Saturday, March 21, 2015

Tasting-Bodegas Atalaya Laya

Name: Bodegas Atalaya Laya
Variety: 70% Garnacha Tintorera, 30% Monastrell
Region: Almansa
Country: Spain
Year: 2013
Price: $8.95


Vintage Cellar Review (written by Stephen Tanzer): A blend of 70% Garnacha Tintorera, a.k.a. Alicante Bouschet, and 30% Monastrell; fermented in stainless steel, followed by four months in French oak.  Bright purple.  Cassis, blueberry, pungent herbs and mocha on the nose.  Smooth and open-knit on the palate, displaying fresh cherry and dark berry qualities and a hint of black pepper.  Finishes with gripping tannins and good length, leaving a subtle floral note behind.

My Review: The color of this wine was very dark red. To the nose, there was a strong berry smell about it. The taste was slightly more sweet than most red wines I have tasted which was satisfying to me. Although it had a better taste than some other reds, I still didn't love it. 

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