Aiurri Rioja Alavesa is deep and dense, with impressively concentrated, ripe black fruit character. There is impressive tannin structure, which mellows to a wonderfully velvety texture after airing for 45 minutes. This is an outstandingly rich wine that can be enjoyed straight away, provided that it is decanted in advance, and it shows every indication that it could also cellar superbly. Drink now and over the next 10+ years.
