The 2009 Remelluri Reserva aims at showing the character of Remelluri, as this is the first modern vintage that does not have grapes purchased from external suppliers. These grapes are now in the Lindes range of wines, but in the past they were blended with the estate grapes. The cool Remelluri vineyards behave very well in warmer years. This 2009 is very clean with predominant aromas of earthy red fruit intermixed with notes of vanilla and cinnamon, a satin texture with round, fine-grained tannins and quite classical and very well-proportioned style. This is a great vintage for Remelluri Reserva.

93 points, Luis Gutiérrez, Wine Advocate (Dec 2013)

Deep ruby. Sexy, floral- and mineral-accented red fruit aromas pick up a smoky nuance with air. Lithe and precise, offering sweet raspberry and cherry flavors that gain weight and power in the glass. Very young but promising, with excellent finishing clarity and sweet, gently tannic persistence. Shows an impressively graceful character for the vintage.

92 points, Josh Raynolds, Vinous (Sep 2013)

Immediately this smells complete and lusty: aromas of lemon peel, berry fruits, vanilla and char are attractive. In the mouth, this feels robust but blocky and tannic. Flavors of plum and blueberry are peppery and moderately complex, while this is drawing, dry and tannic on the finish. Drink through 2022.

92 points, Michael Schachner, Wine Enthusiast (Jun 2016)

A fresh and delicious Rioja with delicate strawberry and cedar aromas and flavors. Medium body, very clean and delicate. Fine finish. Real and polished Rioja. Drink now.