Name: Tinto Figaro
Variety: 100% Garnacha
Region: Calatayud
Country: Spain
Year: 2009
Price: $6.95
Shop Review: Figaro is 100% Garnacha, made from a selection of the best grapes grown in the oldest vineyards. While not truly an "oaked wine", a short stay in oak barrels provides a nice spicy flavor boost. Bright violet. Dark berry and cherry aromas show a jammy aspect. Supple and gently sweet, with good lift to its black raspberry and boysenberry flavors. Smooth and broad on the finish, leaving behind a hint of spiciness. Extremely easy to drink and an excellent value.
My Review: On the nose, this wine had a fruity smell, and I could detect notes of what I believed to be cherries. It also had a very leathery smell, which may have been due to the oak. Upon tasting this wine, it was very dry and had a very powerful taste of oak. I was not a big fan of the oak flavor; so, I did not really enjoy this wine.
With or Without Food: Without food
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