[Martínez Bujanda] [The Vineyards] [The Wine] [Where to Buy]

"Rioja is generally viewed as being very traditional ... But today, wines made by Martínez Bujanda (Conde de Valdemar) are decidedly more fresh and lively."

Wine Enthusiast – May 1999

Conde de Valdemar, Reserva 1984
"Very good. This is the real thing, dark, rich, zesty and beautifully made." – Wall Street Journal, July 1999

Conde de Valdemar, Gran Reserva 1991
"Good. Very good. Fruity and delightful with all the nice tastes right on top." – Wall Street Journal, July 1999

Conde de Valdemar, Crianza 1994
"Meaty, black-cherry aromas lead a rich, expansively fruity palate with toasty new-oak flavors throughout. Dry tannins are in balance, and this is drinking nicely now. Very generous and modern." – Wine Enthusiast

Conde de Valdemar Crianza 1995
"Very drinkable, with bright, fresh fruit flavors and an unbeatable price."– Bon Appetit, March 1999 – Wine & Spirits Tasting Panel Report

Conde de Valdemar Crianza 1995, Rioja - 88 points BEST BUY!
"Bright ruby cast. Moderately light-bodied. full acidity. Moderately extracted. Moderately oaked. Mildy tannic. Sweet oak, minerals, red fruits. Flavorful and zesty through the wood-accented finish. " – Wine Enthusiast, May 1999

Conde de Valdemar Crianza 1996
"This wine is fresh and youthful but with good structure and lots of complexity." – Seattle Intelligencer, 18 November 1998, Richard Kinssies

Valdemar Rosado 1998, Rioja - 84 points BEST BUY!
"Pale pinkish-red. Medium-bodied. Balanced acidity. Moderately extracted. Cherry-skin aromas lead a rounded mouthfeel, showing cherry-like flavors that finish in a dry manner." – Wine Enthusiast, May 1999

Valdemar Tinto 1997, Rioja - 84 points BEST BUY!
"Bright ruby purple cast. Moderately light-bodied. Full acidity. Subtly extracted. Mildly tannic. Briar fruits, sweet herbs. High-toned aromas feature an attractive fruit accent. Light and lively in the mouth. A snappy fruity quaffer." – Wine Enthusiast, May 1999

Conde de Valdemar Gran Reserva 1991, Rioja - 88 points
"Pale brick hue. Medium-bodied. Full acidity. Moderately extracted. Moderately oaked. Mildly tannic. Attractive aromas have a decided sweet wood accent. Lean and angular in the mouth with a sense of lightness. Racy acidity makes a crisp finish." – Wine Enthusiast, May 1999

Conde de Valdemar Tinto 1997
"Spicy, slightly jammy nose, ripe berries: fresh raspberry flavors, spicy notes, balanced tannins and acidity. Value. Good choice with Peking duck, assertively sauced pastas." – San Francisco Chronicle, 13 January 1999