Faustino 1 Gran Reserva ~ Spain
May 9, 2008
A Tempranillo from the Rioja region, this wine is cherry red in the centre of the glass with a garnet and tawny rim. Intense and complex to the nose. Aromas of spices and new wood with toasty hints of leather, vanilla and balsam. Mellow, velvety smooth tastes of plum and dried cherry. Dusty spice and leather notes mingle on the palate. Well finished, powerful, enveloping tannic elements in the mouth that develop into an elegant meatiness and just the right amount of acidity. This beautifully balanced wine is a fine accompaniment to any dish. $37.95*