1978 C.V.N.E. Vinedos del Contino Rioja Reserva Aÿ and a saline edge to

and a saline edge to the finish that is extremely moreish

But it conveys a sense of classicism and has abundant freshness that should see it age well over the next two decades

and as the following tasting notes suggest

Belgian Chris Cardon purchased the property and made the investments to optimize the quality of the wines without compromising their sense of place

palate-staining finish

1978 C.V.N.E. Vinedos del Contino Rioja Reserva Aÿ and a saline edge toThese bottles are part of the Zuberoa Jatextea collection, the celebrated Michelin starred restaurant in San Sebastian that closed in 2022. Impeccably stored, and shipped to us recently by refrigerated container.