Saturday, March 21, 2015

Tasting- "Bodegas Atalaya"

Name: Bodegas Atalaya Laya
Variety: A blend of 70% Garnacha Tintorera, a.k.a. Alicante Bouschet, and 30% Monastrell
Region: Almansa
Country: Spain
Year: 2013
Price: $8.95

Winery Review: A blend of 70% Garnacha Tintorera, a.k.a. Alicante Bouschet, and 30% Monastrell; fermented in stainless steel, followed by four months in French oak.  Bright purple.  Cassis, blueberry, pungent herbs and mocha on the nose.  Smooth and open-knit on the palate, displaying fresh cherry and dark berry qualities and a hint of black pepper.  Finishes with gripping tannins and good length, leaving a subtle floral note behind.

My Review: This red wine had a bright purple color and it smelled like sharpees mixed with colored markers. It had a hint of cherry and dark berries mixed in with it. This red wine tasted like chocolate and seemed like it would go well with an italian dinner.

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