Antonio Hidalgo Selection 'Tradicion H' Gran Reserva, Rioja DOCa, 2015 Spain Chateau des Bachelards This offers a dreamy mix

This offers a dreamy mix of caramelized pear

This wine focuses more on the earthy and herbaceous components than fruity aromas

At the time it was shown as a barrel sample in early 2007

even herbaceous scent

Antonio Hidalgo Selection 'Tradicion H' Gran Reserva, Rioja DOCa, 2015 Spain Chateau des Bachelards This offers a dreamy mixHeady aromas of malted milk ball, ripe berry fruits and tobacco are warm and welcoming. Hailing from a warm year, this feels full but playful, with tannins that are only mildly scratchy. Flavors of vanilla, tobacco, butter, herb and dried berry fruit are textbook for Rioja gran reserva, while this takes a while to fully unfold on the finish.