Artadi Vinas de Gain 2003 Rioja

Deep purple/red.

Lifted citrus zest, clay/earth nose.

Citrus/pepper flavors - this reminds me (strangely) of Gruner Veltliner. Tightly knit.

Day 2 - Citrus now folded into earth character, more seamless nose. Interestingly, the GV comparison still holds in the mouth. Acid-driven tannin clamps down on the front teeth.

I believe this is 100% Tempranillo, and is a great contrast in style/region to the Termes.

$25