La Rioja Alta | Viña Ardanza Size:75cl 97/100: Ultimate Spirits Challenge

97/100: Ultimate Spirits Challenge

Situated about 300 metres above sea level on slopes beneath the Montagne Noire the vineyards have extremely rocky white limestone soil

Deep purple-red

The Basilica vitola design allows the filler to explode out of the foot of the cigar so as to gently lead the smoker into the tartness of the binder and wrapper

nicely balanced with polished

La Rioja Alta | Viña Ardanza Size:75cl 97/100: Ultimate Spirits ChallengeWinemaker's Notes Outstandingly bright, lively and intense garnet red, with an incipient cherry red rim. The first nose is very intense, with spicy, balsamic and ripe fruit notes. After swirling, aromas of black pepper, sweet liquorice, nutmeg, coffee, vanilla and cinnamon make their appearance. Mouth full of flavours, with a pleasant acidity and balance, and very polished tannins that enhance the harmonious structure. Complex and elegant aftertaste