WINE =======: 1991 Marques del Puerto Rioja Gran Reserva
AOC         : DOCa
Tasting Date: 2005-01-22
Varietal    : 85% Tempranillo, 10% Mazuelo, 5% Graciano
Score       : 92
Country     : Spain
State       : Rioja
Region      : Rioja Alta

Notes
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When we opened this wine, the top of the cork looked a bit
funky, like it had a bit of mold on it, but we opened it
anyway. The lower portion of the cork (near the wine) was
fine, and the wine smelled and tasted untouched. The color
was clear and definitely mature; a rich bricky red, fading
significantly to pale tawny at the edges. The nose is
reasonably strong, fruity, with strawberry and cherry, and a
hint of tar. The wine has clearly visible legs. The wine has
a very interesting flavor; it's got a touch of sweetness.
Still, it's got an element of tannins left. The fruit is a
bit muted, but still evident, mainly black cherry. I'm not
sure what a Rioja is supposed to taste like, and this one
might be moving past its prime at this point, but I liked
this wine a lot.
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