Tempranillo from Spain
Review Date : 23-Dec-2022
Full, deep ruby-red, slightly lighter on the rim, youthful appearance. The nose is full and appealing with ripe currants, plums, cherries, interweaved spice, vanilla and tobacco. Full-bodied, bright acidity carries cherries, plums, and red currants, followed by tobacco, dark cocoa, smoky spice, liquorice and vanilla. Robust fine-grained new oak tannins coated the palate with a firm grip; lively acidity provides vitality and carries a long, dry finish. This youthful Tempranillo possesses vibrant red fruit and acidity enriched by a robust tannin framework. Match with tomahawk and venison over the next 10+ years. 100% Tinta Fina from Pago del Vilano located in Pedrosa del Duero planted in 1917, 14.5% alc, 24 months in French oak barrels. 18.5+/20 pts (94 pts) Dec 2022
