Rioja has long been Spain's blue-chip region, yet remains a source for great value if you know where to look. Such is the case for the Bodegas Tobia Seleccion de Autor Rioja 2017, a 92 Point Wine Spectator rated modern styled full-bodied that some critics have described as a total fruit bomb. Made by relative newcomer to the Spanish wine scene, Oscar Tobia started out as a garagiste, making only a few barrels from his families local farm. Now he has 80 hecatares spread across 15 different communes and a state of the art winery that kicked off his commerical production in 2010. His Seleccion de Autor Rioja 2017 is just starting to enter its drinking window, as this heady, ripe, fruit-driven red is 100% Tempranillo and manages to keep the alcohol in check at 14.5%. Rated 92 Points at a $52 release price, can you image the scores if they new we bought hundreds of cases to drop the price to $12.99. Don't miss it!
"This rich, ripe red features a thick texture, with blackberry and currant flavors that mingle with cola, licorice and loamy earth notes. The firm tannins are well-integrated, while juicy acidity keeps this lively. Dense, yet balanced. Tempranillo, Graciano and Garnacha. Drink now through 2029." The Wine Spectator, 92 Points
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