Upcoming vintages of Basilio Izquerdo’s wines received positive write-ups by Luis Gutiérrez in The Wine Advocate, Issue 226 (August 30, 2016). Both “B de Basilio” 2012 Rioja White and “B de Basilio” 2010 Rioja Red were awarded 93 point...
The B de Basilio Red 2008 displays a brilliant, purple-hued ruby color. This suave, fruit encased red is brightly fragrant. Rich scents of black cherry and strawberry immediately greet you on the nose, followed by hints of clay and loam. The attack is supple, silky...
Basilio Izquierdo is one of our favorite winemakers. His knowledge, ceaseless curiosity and amazing problem solving abilities in winemaking are a wonder to behold. It also helps that he was the head winemaker at CVNE and Contino for more than 30 years and responsible...
