Saturday, September 5, 2009

Quick-Sip: 7 Across: Tempranillo in the Duero

Legaris Crianza (2005)
Legaris
Tinta Fina (Tempranillo)
D.O. Ribera del Duero


Appearance: Clear, ruby with a little blue, deep.

Nose: Huge raspberry, chocolate, plum jam, cooked fresh berries, violet, licorice, vanilla.

Palate: Full body, dry, medium tannin, acidity and alcohol. Powerful, lush dark fruit, integrated oak, jammy, medium finish.