2008 Bodegas El Nido Jumilla Clio- Spain, Murcia, Jumilla (1/18/2011)
Pop and pour, a little hot and disjointed a first. Needs air. After a few hours it starts showing it’s goods with a dense, rich texture, deep dark fruits, licorice and cigar box. Long ass finish.
On day 2 it’s changed a bit with the licorice toned down somewhat. Big bruiser fruit, still finishes strong. Very interesting Spaniard indeed.
Tasted this tonight with my tasting group in a blind free for all format. Consistent with your notes. Well made, but a bit over the top for me. Gave it 87 points. The score is reduced due to the lack of Mourvedre (Monastrell) characteristics.
Hard to believe it’s been over a year since anyone opened/posted a note about one of these…
2008 Bodegas El Nido Jumilla Clio- Spain, Murcia, Jumilla (3/23/2012)
The aromas gained complexity as the wine opened up. A bit muted at first, but later shows red fruit, a bit of oak/vanilla, raw meat and a hint of spice & heat. Raspberry, blackberry and black cherry notes come through on the palate which rounds out with some vanilla. Light acidity and medium tannins. The best part of the wine for me is the smooth finish which lasts quite a long while featuring red fruit and vanilla. The 15.5 alcohol is balanced and not noticeable other than the nose. Clearly quite young but already tasty and has a bright future ahead of it. (92 pts.)
I like these but starting in 08 i stopped buying them and started buying el nido only. Its double the price but the clios seem to fall appart in a few years plus the big brother is better put together. The 08 el nido is crazy good if u like this style.