The Imperial range starts with the 2012 Imperial Reserva, the usual Tempranillo with 10% Graciano and 5% Mazuelo that represent the Haro style of serious wines bottled in a Bordeaux bottle. It fermented in stainless steel and matured in oak barrels for two years. The nose is quite spicy, less balsamic and with more fruit than the Gran Reserva. The palate feels very balanced, with fine tannins and good freshness, even if it ended with some warm fruit. The texture is silky and even if it's approachable now, I'd wait a little for the oak aromas to get better integrated. 150,000 bottles.

Spicy notes of cigar box and sandalwood wreathe plum and dried currant flavors in this generous red, while underbrush and licorice layers glide over firm tannins and balsamic acidity. A savory style. Tempranillo, Graciano and Mazuelo. Drink now through 2022. 1,000 cases imported.??–TM??Region: Spain / Rioja Select to Add