Ming L

9.2

I like to drink Rioja Reserva at 8–12 years of age, when the balance really clicks: the woody notes are fully integrated, lending gentle spice, cedar, and tobacco, while the fruit remains vibrant and expressive. The 2015 Contino Reserva shows just that sweet spot with ripe red and black cherry, dried herbs, and a touch of leather, framed by fine-grained tannins and fresh acidity. It’s poised rather than powerful, with a long savory finish.
Certainly has the stuffing for another 8-10 years development. — 11 days ago

Peter van den Besselaar

8.9

Vintage 2017 | I am fond of frivolous young Rioja, but seldom recognize them blind. To be honest, that frivolity and some raspberry in smell made me think: a Cru de Beaujolais. But this Rioja has its own qualities. Some cacao in taste, tannins still, good balance. Have to drink more of it to recognize. — 6 years ago

Philip May

9.8

Amazing, super berry nose, rich, deep and complex. Slightly smokey. — 8 years ago

Fabio Franchella

9.1

Auf der eleganten sseite — 5 months ago

John Murphy

9.1

Drinking smoothly after being open for 2+ hrs. Bright, clean fruit. Red cherries for days. Very tasty! — 4 years ago

Thomas Sorbo

9.4

Lean, crisp, balanced and wonderful! — 6 years ago

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Peter van den Besselaar

9.0

Vintage 2021 — 7 months ago

Richard Portes

9.2

17.5. Rich but not complex nose. Very full on palate, great fruit, sufficient acidity, no tannins. Quite delicious. — 5 years ago

Jodi Suguitan

9.4

@ Shanks Shack — 6 years ago

Jason Kopcak

9.2

Mature medium bodied Rioja. It was very balanced. 1974 vintage — 9 years ago