Rating: (4 / 5)
Red blend from Spain. 55% Syrah, 45% Grenache. Medium red complexion. Medium bodied. Pleasant aromas of cherry, blackberry and oak on the nose. Juicy notes of blackberry, cherry, vanilla and a hint of strawberry in the mouth. Oaky and fairly bold. Jammy with medium tannins. A little sweet on the tongue and very dry going down. It has a very long finish but a very nice one. Pleasant to drink. Pairs with beef, burger, pasta, pizza and cheese. May be best served decanted with food. 14.5% ABV. Price: $8.99.
Spanish wine
Pabellon Rioja 2018 Tempranillo
Rating: (2.5 / 5)
Tempranillo red wine from Spain. Possible blend. Dark red complexion. Full bodied. Black cherry and a hint of plum on the nose. Black cherry, raspberry, plum and tobacco in the mouth. Oaky and very bold. Astringent with chewy tannins. Very dry, with an alcohol taste in the finish. Pairs with steak and hard cheese. May be best served decanted. 14.5% ABV. Price: $14.99.
Paton-Clemente Crianza Tempranillo 2017
Rating: (3.8 / 5)
Tempranillo red wine from Spain. Medium red complexion. Medium bodied. Strong fruity aromas of cherry and oak on the nose. Very juicy, with strong cherry, raspberry, a hint of vanilla and leather in the mouth. Oaky and fairly bold. Medium tannins. Very dry, with medium acidity and a light, smooth finish. Chill and decant before serving. Pairs well with pasta, pizza and cheese. 13% ABV. Price: $4.99.
Puerta de Plata Reserva 2014
Rating: (3.8 / 5)
Red blend from Petaluna, Spain. Blend of 60% Tempranillo and 40% Grenache. Dark red complexion. Full bodied. Jammy mix of fruits with cherry, blackberry and leather on the nose. Jammy and busy mix of blackberry, blueberry and plum in the mouth. Earthy, leathery and fairly bold. Oaky and smoky with medium tannins. Very dry and tart with a nice lingering finish. Chill and decant for about half an hour before serving. Pairs with pasta, beef and cheese. 14.5% ABV. Price: $7.99.
Marionette Jumilla 2017 Red Wine
Rating: (4.6 / 5)
Red blend from Jumilla, Spain. 50% Monastrell and 50% Syrah. Deep red complexion. Full bodied. Fruity with a hint of licorice, earth and oak on the nose. Blueberry, blackberry and a hint of cherry, licorice and vanilla in the mouth. Oaky and fairly bold. Medium tannins. Very dry, yet smooth with a lingering finish. Pairs well with filet mignon, baked ziti and pizza. 14.5% ABV. Price: $8.99.
Casa Castillo 2017 Monastrell
Rating: (3.8 / 5)
Monastrell red wine from Jumilla, Spain. Medium complexion. Medium bodied. Cherry, leathery and earthy aromas. Flavors of cherry, blackberry and strawberry in the mouth. Leathery, earthy and fairly bold. Medium tannins. Medium dry, with medium acidity, a high alcohol taste and smooth finish. Pairs with burgers, beef summer sausage and cheese. 15% ABV. Price: $9.99.
Side By Side 2017 Rioja
Rating: (4 / 5)
Tempranillo red wine from Rioja, Spain. 100% Tempranillo. Dark complexion. Full bodied. Blackberry on the nose. Blackberry and cherry with a hint of clove, tobacco and chocolate in the mouth. A little earthy and fairly bold. Dry with medium tannins, high acidity and a medium finish. Pairs with grilled steak, stuffed cabbage rolls and cheese. 13.5% ABV. Price: $12.99.
Camina 2019 Tempranillo
Rating: (4.8 / 5)
Tempranillo red wine from La Mancha, Castilla, Spain. 100% tempranillo. Dark red complexion. Full bodied. Strong aromas of cherry and blackberry on the nose. Strong mix of berries with cherry, strawberry, blackberry and a hint of chocolate in the mouth. Oaky and fairly bold. Medium tannins. Rather dry, with medium acidity and a nice finish. Pairs well with grilled steak and cheese. 12.5% ABV. Price: $9.99.
DWR-244 – Ruta 49 Albarino and Razzleberry Crumble Cider with Comets
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Ruta 49 Albarino and Razzleberry Crumble Cider with Comets
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