Marques Murrieta, Rioja Dalmau Reserve Size:6x750ml the 2008 The Laird is

the 2008 The Laird is a little restrained to begin

then a huge dose of very finely milled tannin

This is the first vintage in the estate’s history to include four grape varieties – 48% Cabernet Sauvignon

and the 2015 is a blend of 85% Garnacha and 15% Syrah

Marques Murrieta, Rioja Dalmau Reserve Size:6x750ml the 2008 The Laird is(this wine was reviewed in July 2008 and is a library release, with a price to match) Deep ruby. Potent cassis and blueberry aromas show excellent clarity and lift, and cigar box, licorice and vanilla notes add complexity. Supple, broad and appealingly sweet, offering concentrated dark berry, cola, vanilla and peppery spice flavors and a smoky quality that emerges on the back half. Finishes long and smooth, featuring slow building tannins and