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NIC 2011 75cl

DO | Ribera del Duero | Castilla y León | Spain
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Critics scores
94 Robert Parker
The 2011 Nic has abundant balsamic aromas, notes of incense, Cuban cigars, noble woods and a core of ripe fruit without any hints of excess or over-ripeness. It does not transmit the heat of the vintage. The élevage was quite respectful with the fruit (it aged in 12 new, 500-liter French oak barrels for 26 months), and the wine even shows some restraint and elegance. The palate is medium to full-bodied with very fine tannins, superb balance, very good length and a surprising freshness for the year. While drinkable, it should also improve and develop more complexity in bottle. 4,000 bottles were produced.
91 Wine Spectator
A plush texture carries rich flavors of plum pudding, cocoa, loamy earth and baking spices in this generous red. The ripe fruit is carried by balsamic acidity, while the firm texture keeps the wine focused. Drink now through 2021
Producer
Bodegas J.A. Calvo Casajús
Located in the foothills of Duero Valley, Bodegas Calvo Casajús sits in the northern part of the Ribera del Duero appellation. Founder and vintner, José Alberto Calvo Casajús has had the privilege of growing up in a long established winemaking family, also a baker, José now produces some of the finest wine in the region. The 20-hectare property is among the oldest vineyards in the DO. Established in 1993, José left the local wine cooperative in hopes of producing the best wines from his premium fruit. Today, the winery is equipped with top-of-the-line technology, producing three wines that are rooted with the spirit of their founding Duero shores. Their wines include pure Tempranillo, hand-harvested wines. The full-bodied, Casajús Antiguos Viñedos, and the velvety Casajús Vendimia Seleccionada, are both reminiscent of Bordeaux-like texture. While their most famous, the NIC, dedicated to his children, Nicolas and Catalina, is made from a single 1.5-hectare plot. This extremely limited production artisanal wine follows the newest winemaking methods, resulting in a modern, but genuine Ribera del Duero Tempranillo.