Faustino, Crianza, Rioja

Need to let this one sit and breathe a bit if you still have it. Very harsh when first opened but as it sat the smoothness really came out.

Red berry fruit and a hint of vanilla on the nose. The palate shows cherry fruit and toasty oak character. Young, fruity and characterful. Decanter wine of the month March 2008, *** "A good value Rioja and party-style wine with some red and dark fruit complemented by deeper, tarry and coffee notes on the nose. In the mouth, it's all about vibrant red cherries and youthful vibrancy. From now."