Friday, February 7, 2014

Tasting - Tres Ojos Garnacha

Name: Tres Ojos Garnacha
Variety: 85% Garnacha, 7% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Tempranillo and 1% Syrah
Region: Calatayud
Country: Spain
Year: 2011
Price: $6.95

Shop Review: (I believe the shop review was incorrect, perhaps it was not changed from last week, the following review is from http://www.kysela.com/spain/tresojos.htm ,and from Wine Enthusiast)

"With a hint of rubber and asphalt, the bouquet on this value wine is generous and topped with blackberry and dark plum aromas. The palate is grabby, with clampy tannins and black-fruit flavors mixed with chocolate and spice. The earthy, lightly herbal finish with rubbery nuances is nice. — M.S."
Wine Enthusiast (July 2013), 89 pts + BEST BUY



My Review: A nose that was a combination of cherry, wood and leather all worn in earth. With a middle that was sharp and tart the above grabby is a good descriptor. Finally is finishes bone dry with the most exiting flush of tannins. 

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