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Paso a
Paso ‘09 Verdejo, La
Mancha
$9.99
btl / $113.89 cs La
Mancha isn’t just Spain’s
largest wine region, it’s the largest in the world. Here wine
growers are forced to deal with huge temperature fluctuations (lows
to 10° and highs exceed 100° frequently) and also drought. And yet
great wines are produced in these unlikely conditions. This Verdejo
(we rarely see them under $10!) is an excellent example. Bright,
floral aromas are followed by spicy fruit. Interesting almond and
mineral notes round out the palate. “VERY
GOOD VALUE”
-
The Wine Advocate.
Reg: $12
Bodegas La Cana ‘09
Albariño, Rias Baixas
$13.99 btl / $159.49 cs “La Cana’s
just bottled 2009 Albarino reveals the excellence of the vintage in
Rias Baixas. Light gold-colored with an unusually fragrant nose of
mineral, lemon zest, and spring flowers that jumps from the glass,
on the palate it exhibits a creamy texture, vibrant acidity, and a
lengthy, refreshing finish. Drink it over the next 3 years.” 90
points - The Wine Advocate.
Reg: $16
Bodegas Alto Almanzora ‘07 Este
$9.99 btl / $113.89 cs “A
blend of 45% Monastrell, 25% Tempranillo, and the balance Syrah,
Garnacha, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon. It is sourced from the
little-known DO of Almeria located
in eastern Andalucia in the south-east of Spain.
The wine was aged for six months in French and American oak. Deep
purple in color (remarkably dense for its humble price), it offers
up a kinky, full-blown nose of smoke, spice box, and wild blueberry.
Ripe, succulent, and layered, this bargain-priced, hedonistic effort
totally over-delivers. Buy it by the pallet load and drink it over
the next three years.” 90
Points - The Wine Advocate
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Legón
“Roble” ‘07 Ribera del Duero
$12.99 btl / $148.09 cs “100%
Tinto Fino (Tempranillo) aged for six months in French, American,
and Hungarian oak. It offers up an enticing bouquet of cedar, spice
box, earth notes, black cherry, and blackberry. This is followed by
a smooth-textured, ripe, juicy wine with loads of fruit, an
easy-going personality, and a seamless finish. It is a fine
introduction to Tempranillo and the DO of Ribera del Duero. ” 90
pts - Wine Advocate.
Tarima
‘09 Monastrell, Jumilla, Spain
$6.99
btl / $79.69 cs -
save $4 “This
is the first vintage of this wine; the 2009 Tarima is 100%
Monastrell sourced from 25-35 year old vines and raised in stainless
steel with lees stirring. Medium crimson-colored, the nose reveals
fragrant blueberries and underbrush. Firm on the palate with plenty
of savory fruit, it is meant for drinking over the next 3 years.” 87
points - Wine Advocate. Reg:
$11
Evodia
‘08 Old Vine Garnacha, Calatayud, Spain
$9.99 btl / $113.89 cs - save $3 This
unoaked wine is sourced from 100 year old vineyards in one of Spain’s
most promising growing regions. “Fresh strawberry and raspberry
aromas are deepened by notes of licorice, black tea and pungent
herbs. Supple in texture, offering sweet red fruit flavors and
showing no rough edges. A smoky note comes up with air, adding
complexity to a nicely persistent, red berry-dominated finish.
Extremely easy to drink, and offering excellent depth and clarity
for the money.” 89
points - Stephen Tanzer. Reg:
$13
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