Country: Spain / Hacienda Lopez de Haro Reserva
Variety: Tempranillo Blend Northern Spain
Winery: Bodega Classica / Rioja
Although a touch rough and stalky on the nose, any and all gritty aromas are offset by earthy, mature cherry and plum scents. Grabby but fair on the palate, this tastes of roasted plum, herbs and peppery spice. A dry, toasty finish with spice notes ranks as good.