Such a deep, polished wine with aromas of cocoa powder, violet extract, iodine, fresh blackberries, minerals, spices and black pepper. Super crafty tannins on the palate with concentrated fruit. Full-bodied and juicy, rounded by an iron fist of filigreed, melted tannins. Extremely long, plush and voluptuous, but not heavy. The graciano pepperiness really spices it up. A more international style of Rioja, but it is every bit as good in quality. Made from a selection of tempranillo vines in Rioja Alta and graciano from Rioja Media. This is one of the best Cirsion. Tempranillo and 14% graciano. Already delicious, but will age beautifully.

99 Pts James Suckling