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Monday, February 14, 2005

Some tasting notes from Toledo!

  • 2000 Estola Bodegas Ayuso Reserva - Spain, La Mancha (2/14/2005)
    Nice ruby red with almost a bing cherry quality to the color. Almost a smokey anise nose reminiscent of the saffron that I bought at the same shop where I go the wine. Though this is supported by a backbone of cherry/cranberry fruit. Mouth feel is of medium weight with a light sweetness that fades and as you finish, fine tannins slowly dry the mouth out. The anise and fresh berry(currant?) mingle in the mouth with a light smokey quality. The texture is silky and makes me go back for more, also on the mid palate there is the slightest pencil lead and medicine quality that seem to inform the anise and smoke nicely.
    C5+A12+F15+Ov7=89p wine (89 pts.)

  • 2000 Coop Ntra. Sra de los Remedios Crianza De Neiva - Spain, La Mancha (2/14/2005)
    Ruby, very clear and light. Nose of toasted oak, fruit, vanilla, plum and some cranberry. Med to light in the mouth and very dry. Medium acid that seems a bit out of balance. Flavors of cherry(sour) w/light anise and spice.
    5+10+15+6=86 (86 pts.)

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