"A red cherry-velvet wine, this is bold and rich with smooth tannins that manage to keep the structure firm. It's finely crafted in a modern Rioja style, accessible now with grilled lamb and balanced for several years of age."
Wine & Spirits Magazine (December 2009), 92 pts
"Ripe fruit and smoky oak mingle seamlessly in this rich, thick red. The plum and morello flavors are ripe yet lively, balanced by chocolate and toasty notes, supported by firm, well-integrated tannins that melt into a sweet, floral finish. Delicious, in the international style. Drink now through 2020. 60 cases imported. –TM"
- Wine Spectator (September 30th 2008), 94 pts
"Bold flavors of black cherry, cranberry, toast and mineral are expressive yet harmonious in this firm, fresh red. It shows concentration, yet remains lively. Drink now through 2015. 40 cases imported. –TM"
- Wine Spectator (Web Only 2009), 91 pts
- Wine Spectator (October 15th 2014), 91 pts
"The more modern styled 2007 Hiru 3 Racimos is purple/black in color. It has a reticent perfume of wood smoke, pencil lead, mineral, lavender, black cherry, and blackberry leading to a still tightly wound, large-scaled but well-balanced wine in need of 5-7 years of cellaring. Drink it from 2015 to 2027."
- Rober Parker's Wine Advocate (Issue #189, June 2010), 92 pts
"(made from tempranillo vines that are all over 60 years old; malo in new French oak followed by further aging in more new oak barrels): Inky ruby. Heady aromas of black and blue fruits, oak spices and candied flowers. Stains the palate with intense cherry compote and blueberry flavors, picking up suave floral pastille and spice nuances with air. Shows excellent clarity and power on the finish, which features deftly integrated tannins and a seductive spicecake quality. - Josh Raynolds"
- Vinous (September 2013), 93 pts
- Antonio Galloni's Vinous (May 2017), 94 pts
