Aalto, Ribera Del Duero Vintage:2005 including this 2012 Pinot Noir

including this 2012 Pinot Noir Bien Nacido Vineyard

with a palate that feels light but has great depth and inner power

This too is going to require at least some patience before it will be reasonably approachable

and spicy notes all define the nose

"We don't use much whole cluster anymore

Aalto, Ribera Del Duero Vintage:2005 including this 2012 Pinot NoirOpaque purple color. Intensely perfumed nose displays spicy dark berry and floral character, with zesty minerals and black tea adding complexity. Pliant blackberry and cherry flavors are impressively fresh, becoming deeper and sweeter with air. An admirably balanced wine, playing depth against vivacity and finishing with outstanding clarity and length. This is the most elegant example of this bottling I've tasted. Josh Raynolds