I'm not sure what to expect from this wine; the label gives great detail about the winemaking (22 days of skin contact maceration, etc.), but says nothing about the aging.
The nose is rich with dried cherries, and just a hint of barnyard. On the palate, it is practically explosive with dried cherries, and a bit of tart spiciness. And unlike many modern Spanish reds that I've had, the oak contributes to the structure without giving it an overbearing taste of vanilla.
If there is a drawback to this wine, it is the high alcohol, at 14.5%. While I think it handles it currently, this wine seems to already be showing some nice age, and I don't know if it will support the alcohol if it is allowed to age more than another year or two. (But I look forward to tasting it again to find out!)
Still, a pretty nice wine, showing a nice level of maturity.
Recommended for those seeking a drier "Old World" style red.
