1996 Faustino I Gran Reserva

My first tempranillo (actually a blend of tempranillo graciano, and mazuelo; rated 87 points). An old world, yet rich and full-bodied red that slowly opened up after a decade+ in the bottle. Even after several days, its red fruit and mineral character showed beautifully; last night, well integrated tannins begged to complement the New York strips which I had paired with the wine a couple days before. Mom liked the bottle it came in.