Country: Spain / Atteca Old Vines
Variety: Garnacha Northern Spain
Winery: Bodegas Ateca / Calatayud
Emphatically toasty and charred on the nose, this offers chocolate and hickory aromas. It feels smooth, plush, layered and not at all simple, with baked black-fruit flavors that are draped over savory barbecue and spice accents. The toast is present but not overpowering on the finish.