Ramon Bilbao Rioja Mirto 2018

95 Points - DWWA. The flagship cuvée from one of Rioja’s most respected producers, made only in the best vintages from meticulously selected old-vine Tempranillo in Rioja Alta. The 2018 vintage offered superb balance and freshness, allowing both depth and definition to shine. This is modern Rioja with intent — concentrated, structured and built to age, yet polished enough to enjoy now

Wine Press Ratings

95 Points / Gold Medal - Decanter World Wine Awards (2018 Vintage)

Taste

Deep and intense, with black cherry, damson and blackberry at its core, layered with cedar, cocoa and a touch of tobacco. The tannins are firm but refined, giving shape and drive without overwhelming the fruit. Concentrated yet precise, with a long, focused finish and the structure to age gracefully over the next decade or more.

About the Producer

Bodegas Ramon Bilbao have adopted a philosophy centred on giving their wines their own personal expression of Rioja Alta. Their aim is to define a fresh and elegant style, producing fruitier wines, in which the character of the grape is fully expressed, rather than hidden behind an excess of wood.