The 2012 Santa Cruz de Artazu is a ripe and powerful vintage, with penetrating aromas of black fruit, some minty notes, good complexity, and a pungent palate, with good depth and persistence. The round tannins still bite a bit, but are better balanced than the 2011, and should get polished with some time in bottle. This has very good balance and structure, and should make old bones. This is a great vintage for Santa Cruz, a powerful Garnacha. Drink 2015-2020.

This rich red delivers plum, currant, cola and spicy flavors that mingle in a plush texture, with light tannins and tangerine acidity providing structure. Harmonious and energetic, showing good depth. - winespectator.com, August 2016