Faustino I Gran Reserva 1964

Faustino I Gran Reserva 1964 pours an elegant ruby color developing into a beautiful maroon and brick-orange rim in the glass. The nose is remarkably complex and expressive, opening with mature aromas of dried cherries, potpourri, rose petals, and sweet earth, seamlessly layered with deep nuances of cedar, leather, cinnamon, and cumin. On the palate, this legendary Rioja displays extraordinary vitality and a soft, velvety texture. Its highly evolved, mellow tannins are balanced by a fine line of freshness, bringing out flavors of stewed dark berries, licorice, and anise that culminate in an incredibly long, silky, and savory finish.

Food Pairing: Pairs wonderfully with roasted wild mushrooms, grilled lamb chops, savory duck breast, or medium-aged cheeses like Emmental or Gruyre.

94 Points - Wine Enthusiast

With its dried-cherry and rose-petal aromas and flavors, this beautiful, mature red is every bit the equivalent of a fine, older Bordeaux or Burgundy. Cumin and cinnamon show on the palate and the refined finish is lovely, with anise and white pepper accents.

93 Points - James Suckling

A renowned vintage in Rioja. This has a very mature feel with cedar, furniture polish and leather, as well as dried mushrooms, rosehips and sweet earth. There’s a mellowness to the tannin, very impressive dried cherries and berries and an earthy, long and mellow wood-and-mushroom finish. Drink now.