2014 La del Vivo
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Limpid yellow-gold. Mineral-accented tangerine, melon and pear nectar scents show a hint of smoky minerality that gains strength with air. Offers intense sharply delineated citrus pith, pear skin and quinine flavors that are complemented by a deeper suggestion of beeswax. Shows impressive energy and mineral lift on the finish, which hangs on with strong, citrus fruit-driven persistence.
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Luis Gutiérrez, Wine Advocate
Josh Raynolds
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The 2014 La Vizcaína la del Vivo had some earthy sensations, perhaps from a higher percentage of wine fermented and aged in old amphorae with skins that were kept in contact with the wine throughout its aging. There are more developed aromas, hints of fennel and yellow fruit. It feels a little warmer and wider than the 2015, despite the fact that the character of the vintage is exactly the opposite. It's quite drinkable and approachable, in line with the 2013. Some 3,000 bottles were filled in September 2015.