Country: Spain / Atteca Old Vines
Variety: Garnacha Northern Spain
Winery: Bodegas Ateca / Calatayud
Oaky on the nose, this wine shows mint and sawdust aromas that transition to asphalt and fiery heat upon airing. A dense palate is loaded with creamy oak, while leaf, mint and berry flavors finish charred. With 15% alcohol and heafty oak, this could use another year in bottle to settle down.