Winery - Bodegas Alconde
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
A nice little wine for not much money. And while the $7 red has pretty much gone the way of the dinosaur, this holdover is dry, spicy, lean and fresh. It has a hint of herbal character, but also body, tobacco and dry red fruit. Good and sound on the palate, especially given the price.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Initial aromas are squarely in the bell pepper/jalapeño mode, and later moss and earth enter the picture. The palate is basic, a bit acidic, and saucy, with herbal red-fruit flavors and a finish of tomato and basil. Struggles a little, but solid in a “country” sort of way. The blend is Tempranillo, Garnacha, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Nothing outrageous but this Garnacha, which now has a little age on it, is more than satisfying. The nose delivers cherry, plum and even a little cookie, while the savory palate features molasses, plum and spice. Subtle, composed and sort of old-school. Drink now.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
A bit of forward oak comes across on the nose, while mocha and pretty good berry fruit keep things focused. Like most Navarran wines, this is snappy and “red” in character, with herbal tomato and plum flavors. Classic finishing notes of olive and dill close things out.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
The wine’s tan-gold color tells you that it’s fading, the aromas of canned pineapple are not particularly fresh, and the finish is fleshy and fat. Imported by Alconde Vineyards, LLC.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Mulchy aromas of tomato and tobacco lead toward a raisiny, sweet palate that exhibits more than a touch of burnt character. Later it evolves into a sweet, medicinal wine with no shortage of mealy flavors. As a 50th anniversary wine it’s trying to be too much.
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