Friday, April 12, 2013

Tasting - Torre Castillo Alegre

Date of Tasting: April 11th, 2013
Name:Torre Castillo Alegre
Variety: 100% Monastrell
Region: Jumilla
Country: Spain
Year: 2010
Price: $9.95

Shop Review: 4 months in new American oak barrels Bright ruby-red. Dried cherry, pipe tobacco and rose aromas, with a 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: On the nose, I was able to detect some berry notes. It had an almost earthy component to the nose. On the palate, I detected some oak components. It also was somewhat of a sweeter wine.
 
With or Without Food: Without food

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