2011 Sainsbury's Rioja Taste the Difference

Community Tasting Notes (2) Avg Score: 80.5 points

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  4/23/2013 - Biggsy wrote: 81 Points

  Like the last bottle this seems more like a Sauvignon Blanc than a white Rioja. The same grassy nose as the last bottle. Seems fresher than I remember with a plump tropical character on the palate.

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  3/27/2013 - Biggsy wrote: 80 Points

  Very odd nose for a white Rioja; grassy, pungent and very Sauvignon Blanc-esque. I had to check the bottle in case there was some in the blend. Full flavoured, round and tropical with quite a juicy character. Lacking a touch of acidity and feels a little flat on the finish. I normally think the Taste the Difference wines offer great value for money, but this one isn't for me.

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