94 John Gilman - View from the Cellar

"Roberto Regal's production under his label is very small, as he only owns about one hectare of Mencia vines here in a very steep section overlooking the Mino River, with his vines scattered amongst several small plots. His 2013 Toalde is truly excellent, wafting from the glass in a mix of black cherries, graphite, woodsmoke, espresso, slate and the first stirrings of the forest floor that will emerge with some bottle age. On the palate the wine is deep, full-bodied and still very primary in personality, with a sappy core of fruit, ripe tannins and great length and grip on the youthfully complex and very, very promising finish. A superb example of the vintage. 2018-2040 " 94 points