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Classic Spanish Rioja – R. López de Heredia Viña Tondonia and Viña Gravonia

June 3, 2015September 9, 2016 Rioja

There are classic wines and wineries to be sure, but when you've been in the business for more than 100 years you become synonymous with the the wine of the region. Enter R. López de Heredia. Founded in 1877, the winery is still owned and run by family (now in it's... Read More

Spain Tasting Tempranillo Wine

2009 Bodega Numanthia Termes

November 10, 2013September 9, 2016

I am a fan of Numanthia wines. Located in the Toro region of Spain, this Bodega makes entry level Tempranillo to the very fine (and expensive) stuff, but what they all have in common is incredible structure. They can be very big, powerful and bold, with lots of tannin,... Read More

Carignan/Cariñena Grenache/Garnacha Spain Tasting Wine

2008 Celler Malondra Montsant Besllum

July 17, 2013September 9, 2016

I've said it before, but it amazes me how much influence Robert Parker has on wine sales. Recently at Costco, I've been surprised to see labels highlighting their Parker scores. The 2009 Punto y Seguido proudly listed the 91 score, and the Besllum prominently shows off the 93. I was... Read More

Grenache/Garnacha Spain Tasting Wine

2009 Castillo de Maluenda Calatayud Punto y Seguido

May 25, 2013September 9, 2016

I had to laugh when I saw the top label on this bottle while walking through Costco. If you have any doubt whether Robert Parker's scores affect wine sales, the marketing on this bottle should prove the point. And I must admit, $11 for a bottle given 91 points... Read More

Grenache/Garnacha Spain Tasting Wine

2010 Bodegas Alto Moncayo Veraton

May 20, 2013September 9, 2016

With Spanish chorizo on my mind, I was in the mood for a Spanish wine. Tonight's garnacha (aka grenache) hit the spot. Lovely purple color, medium bodied with red licorice, vanilla, plum/cherry fruit, cloves and baking spices. This is a very tasty wine that could probably use time to... Read More

Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot Spain Tasting Tempranillo USA Wine

2009 BETIS Rioja and 2009 Freemark Abbey Cabernet Sauvignon

April 28, 2013September 9, 2016

Today's wine review is a two-for-one. My hubby and I enjoyed these two bottles side by side over two nights. It all started with a blind tasting... I really enjoy tasting wines blind. I find that having no idea what's in the glass in front of me allows me... Read More

Spain Tasting Tempranillo Wine

2009 La Montesa Rioja

March 22, 2013September 9, 2016

I have such affection for Rioja. In general, it is a safe bet for quality and value. That is not to say that there isn't a lot of crappy Rioja being made and sold, but rather that the good stuff is consistently sold at a reasonable price. $10 to $15... Read More

Grenache/Garnacha Spain Tasting Wine

2007 Masperla Priorat

March 3, 2013January 18, 2017

I had wine for dinner tonight. There is a nip in the Orlando air (tonight's low is 38 degrees, practically arctic for Central Florida) and I was in the mood for a big red. Tonight's Priorat perfectly fit the bill... Priorat is a pretty famous wine region in Spain specializing... Read More