La Rioja Alta, Rioja, Gran Reserva 890 1998 Burgundy Blanc 23% Eleven Confessions Estate and

23% Eleven Confessions Estate and 4% Bien Nacido vineyard

Even with 7 years of bottle age

One of the most complete

The 2007 Cecubo is drop-dead gorgeous

pure and very ripe

La Rioja Alta, Rioja, Gran Reserva 890 1998 Burgundy Blanc 23% Eleven Confessions Estate andreceived in Original Wooden Case 98 Points Decanter A sober, refined wine now nearing its peak. Classic long aged Rioja, nose dominated by tertiary components: black tea, fine leather, balsamic notes. High toned mouthfeel with great acidity and natural concentration. 94 Points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate The 1998 Gran Reserva 890 is more or less the same blend and vinification as the 1995 with just a little more alcohol (13%). It has impressive