WINE

Emilio Moro, Bodegas Emilio Moro

This eponymous wine is most representative of the house style - 12 months in half French and half American oak barrels, 100% Tinto Fino from 15 – 25 yo vines. Smoky, earthy, ripe black fruits and a touch of spice on the nose which follows through onto the palate. Good concentration, powerful, rounded tannins, touch of dark chocolate – lovely balance, great structure. The finish is long, clean – altogether very impressive, especially within its price range. Highly recommended, especially with some roast lamb, beef, BBQs and so on. `The 2006 Emilio Moro was aged in French and American oak for 12 months. It has a superb bouquet of smoke, roasted herbs, scorched earth, and blackberry. Layered on the palate, it has tons of fruit, plenty of spice box notes, a firm structure, and 2-3 years of aging potential. This lengthy effort should provide pleasure through 2026. The Moro family has been making wine in Ribera del Duero for over 120 years.Drink 2009-2026` 92pts - Jay Miller, The Wine Advocate # 181 (Feb 2009)