"Aromas of white pepper, berries and touches of sweet spices, minerals and salt. Juicy and tense, with fresh, reactive tannins that are crunchy and tasty. Linear, with a medium body and a medium-long finish. 80% of the wine was aged in used oak barrels and 20% in stainless steel tanks. Drink now or hold." —James Suckling

"The 2024 Cabernet Sauvignon Gran Reserva Escudo Rojo features cassis and balsamic notes. It's initially one-dimensional but evolves with scents of pepper and raspberry jam. Indulgent and juicy, the palate shows dry freshness and fruit-centered expression. This is well made, with oak supporting the fruit on the finish." —Vinous