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Clean and bright dark cherry in color, this wine has a multitude of differentiated nuances on the nose, intertwining...
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A balanced, medium-bodied red, with baked black plum and cherry fruit layered with light tannins and hints of herbs,...
750ml - Case of 6
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Tasted once again, the second vintage of the red 2019 Tinto comes from a warm and dry year when they used larger...
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A lovely brightness and juiciness to this with cherry, spice, and crushed stone. Some tar. Medium-bodied with chewy...
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Summa is part of Portia's "Vino de autor" category, with a strong emphasis on the winemaker's individual style and...
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In this wine, aromas of Mission fig, purple plum, milk chocolate and violet set the scene for blackberry preserve,...
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Shows a nose of fragrant, appealing smoke and grilled herb notes, which are a subtle overtone for flavors of black...
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A modern, spicy and fruity tempranillo with nutmeg and plenty of sweet spices, black pepper and pine cones. Tight and...
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The Tinto Fino selected for this is from some of the estate’s oldest vines grown at altitude, about 800m, on...
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An intense deep cherry red color. On the nose it stands out for its intensity and the quality of it´s aromas,...
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$149.25
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Cherry red very covered. On the nose it is intense and complex, very characteristic of this wine and which again...
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The 2020 Cyclo feels quite different from the 2019 I tasted next to it. It comes from three plots of old vines that...
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An easy-drinking red, offering herb-laced notes of candied black cherry and raspberry. Tempranillo, Merlot and...
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Certified Organic. A blend of Tempranillo with about 10-15% Cabernet Sauvignon and smaller portions of Merlot and...
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Bright red color, tinged with violet. Currant and blackberry aromas predominate, with very elegant freshness. The...
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SIGHT: Dark cherry red with intense bluish nuances, deep and bright.
NOSE: High intensity, with dominating ripe red...
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SIGHT: Purple red with a bluish rim
NOSE: Fresh notes of red and dark berries, like blackberries and cherries, and...
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Black currant, menthol and cocoa powder aromas waft from the glass. This wine opens on spicy notes of anisette and...
Tempranillo 2011 2020 Spain Castilla Y Leon Ribera del Duero
There are plenty of notable native Spanish grapes which have made a big impression on the wine world at large, but none are as renowned or as widely loved as the Tempranillo varietal. This black skinned grape has been used for wine making for centuries, with several ancient civilizations noticing the fact that it is highly versatile and holds some delicious flavors and aromas, perfect for those looking for a powerful yet elegant grape for their wines. Tempranillo often causes winemakers some trouble, however, as it is highly susceptible to many diseases. Despite this, plenty continue to persevere with this varietal, as it is perfect for producing delicious and complex single variety and blended wines, packed full of classic Spanish flavors and plenty of aromatic and intense surprises.
Ever since the Phoenicians and Romans brought their knowledge of vine cultivation to Spanish soils, the country's culture has grown alongside wine production, with wine being a vital part of Spanish identity and Spanish traditions. Each region of Spain has a wine quite distinct from the others, and it is produced by smallholders and families as much as it is by large companies and established wineries. From the relatively mild and lush regions of La Rioja to the arid plateaus that surround Madrid, grapes are grown in abundance for the now booming Spanish wine industry, and new laws and regulations have recently been put in place to keep the country's standards high. By combining traditional practices with modern technology, Spanish wineries are continuing to produce distinctive wines of great character, flavor and aroma, with the focus shifting in recent decades to quality over quantity.
The ancient, arid and beautiful region of Castilla y Leon is the largest in Spain, and amongst the largest single 'regions' in any country of Europe. It has been famed throughout the centuries for its architecture, its people, its art and literature, and not least for its characterful and flavorful wines, which capture the beating heart and passion of Spain and Spanish culture. Castilla y Leon is essentially a vast plateau, and is extremely dry, with a poor soil structure which one might think would make viticulture difficult, if not impossible. However, Castilla y Leon has plenty of native grape varietals which are able to stretch their roots deep underground, to tap into the moisture and minerals which can be found there.
Some experts claim that centrally-located Ribera del Duero, Spain's fastest growing wine region, has the greatest potential for memorable red wines. These are largely inspired by the revered Vega Sicilia, an estate producer whose dark Tempranillo wines are balanced with 20% Cabernet Sauvignon. For one hundred years Vega Sicilia has taken Spanish tradition to the extreme, growing highly concentrated grapes and aging wines ten years in cask and sometimes more in bottle before releasing exquisite, expensive wines that still benefit from cellar aging. Like slightly smaller versions of Vega Sicilia, other Ribera del Duero Tempranillos are tannic and long-lived, usually inky and massive, with complicated aromas of chocolate, plums and smoke. French varietals Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Malbec are joining the native varietals. White Ribera del Duero uses the indigenous varietal Albillo.