Friday, April 12, 2013

Tasting - Torre Castillo Alegra

Name:Torre Castillo Alegra
Variety: Monastrell
Region: Jumilla
Country: Spain
Year: 2010
Price: $9.95
Critic Review: 4 months in new American oak barrels Bright ruby-red. Dried cherry, pipe tobacco and rose aromas, witha 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.
My Review: This wine was a darker color and smelled very peppery. It had a dry taste and the smoky and peppery taste were overwhelming. Overall I did not like this wine just because the pepper and smokey taste was too much for me, but it would be interesting how this wine would taste with food.
No food was eaten with this tasting.

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