Tasting Notes

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Vinous Josh Raynolds - 01 Sep 13
(all tempranillo): Inky ruby. Vibrant red fruit and floral scents are complemented by exotic oak spice and potpourri notes, with a smoky nuance in the background. Packs a serious punch but comes off as lithe, offering sweet cherry and redcurrant flavors and deeper bitter chocolate and licorice qualities. Clings impressively on the finish, which features fine-grained tannins and a hint of suave floral pastilles.
Drinking Date:
Spain Vineyard Fine Wine

Spain

Spain, a leading wine producer, offers diverse wines from its varied regions. In Rioja, Tempranillo produces elegant, age-worthy reds, with top producers like Bodegas Marqués de Riscal and Bodegas Muga. Ribera del Duero also excels with Tempranillo, featuring esteemed estates like Vega Sicilia and Dominio de Pingus. Priorat is known for bold red blends from Garnacha and Cariñena, with top wineries like Alvaro Palacios. In Galicia, Albariño shines in Rías Baixas, while Penedès is famed for Cava from houses like Freixenet.