Sunday, April 14, 2013

Tasting - "Torre Castillo Alegre"

Name: Torre Castillo Alegre
Variety: 100% Monastrell
Region: Jumilla
Country: Spain
Year: 2010
Price: $9.95
Shop/wine critic/winery review: 4 months in new American oak barrels
Bright ruby-red. Dried cherry, pipe tobacco and rose aromas, with a hint of woodsmoke. Sweet and fleshy on the palate, with blackberry and cherry flavors complimented by licorice and a suggestion of dried herbs. The cherry and smoke notes repeat on the finish.
Your review: This wine was a deep red in color. It had a musty, barnyard smell. It had lots of bite and a strong oak flavoring. 
Did not have food with the wine. 

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