1999 Cirsion
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In the finest vintages, Cirsion, a cuvee selected from the top vineyard sites and barrels, and aged in 100% new French oak, is produced. It is one-hundred percent Tempranillo from yields averaging 14-18 hectoliters per hectare. The superb 1999 Cirsion is one of the greatest Riojas I have tasted. A deep ruby/purple color precedes a smoky, barbecue spice-scented nose revealing aromas of licorice, black as well as red fruits, earth, and charcoal. This dense, rich yet remarkably harmonious and elegant 1999 exhibits sweet tannin, beautiful integration of wood, acidity, and alcohol, and a long, seamless finish. It should drink well for 10-12 years. However, the compelling 1999 has to take a back seat to the 2001! Importer: Eric Solomon, European Cellars, Charlotte, NC; tel. (704) 358-1565
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Robert Parker
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
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Full medium ruby. Sexy perfume combines black raspberry, redcurrant, tar and bitter chocolate; liqueur-like without being porty. Very suave and sophisticated in the mouth; not thick but quite lush and seamless, with near-confectionery sweetness and a strong component of tarry oak. Finishes with ripe, even tannins and slightly raw oak notes of tar and caramel. Wonderfully lush wine, but the oak is certainly obtrusive.
About the producer
While being one of the youngest estates in Rioja, Bodegas Roda has quickly become one of its finest and certainly most innovative. The estate was set up in 1987. The name Roda is the contraction of the two owners’ names, Mario Rottlant Solá and Carmen Daurella Aguilera