The excellent, deep ruby-colored, value-priced 1998 Rioja Reserva (aged 18 months in American and French oak) offers loads of complex aromas as well as flavors (tobacco, spice box, cedar, sweet cherries and currants). A quasi-modern styled Rioja, it requires consumption over the next 2-3 years. This winery consistently makes the pages of this publication’s best buy section regardless of vintage. Importer: Jorge Ordonez, Fine Estates from Spain, Dedham, MA; tel. (781) 461-5767