Bodegas Lan Rioja Reserva Culmen 2017

A deep and ambitiously structured Rioja with an array of fresh blue and black fruit, as well as classy oak spices and sandalwood. Full bodied and juicy, loaded with polished tannins, but the fruit core remains dry and elegant without superfluous sweetness. Ending long and spicy. A little tight and monolithic now, so give it a year or two to evolve and soften more. Heavy bottle! 

Cola and toasty notes frame plum, currant, licorice and smoky flavors in this muscular red, which is powerful, but lively acidity keeps it balanced. Drink now.