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Artadi Rioja Vina El Pison 2008
750ml - Case of 6
Bottle:
$302.60
The delicate balance between all of the natural agents that comprise this unique environment produces a wine that is...
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Artadi Pagos Viejos 2008
750ml - Case of 6
Bottle:
$144.44
The 2008 Pagos de Viejas was selected from three of the estate’s finest and most elevated sites with all of the...
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Pingus Ribera Del Duero 2008
750ml - Case of 6
Bottle:
$976.28
The 2008 Pingus had just been bottled when I tasted it. Deep purple in color, it sports a splendid aromatic array of...
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Agricola Punica Isola Dei Nuraghi Barrua 2008
750ml - Case of 6
Bottle:
$48.76
A fine, supple red, sporting velvety tannins, racy raspberry, cherry and plum fruit, joined by layers of spice, hot...
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Vega Sicilia Ribera Del Duero Unico 2008
750ml - Case of 3
Bottle:
$387.95
A style on its own, redolent of olive, cacao, sweet spice, truffle. Unique. Smooth velvety texture, showing gradually...
Carignan Tempranillo 2008
Carignan is an ancient blue-skinned grape varietal, thought to be indigenous to the Aragon region of Spain. However, today it is most commonly associated with the fine wines of southern France, and has been grown in many countries around the world which have the warm and dry conditions it requires to thrive. Carignan is recognized as being quite a sensitive vine, highly susceptible to all kinds of rot and mildew, although producing excellent results when given the right conditions and handled correctly. Its high tannin levels and acidity make the Carignan grapes very astringent, and as such, they are often used as a blending grape to give body to other, lesser bodied varietals. Despite this, with careful treatment, Carignan can produce superb single varietal wines packed full of character and unique attributes.
There are plenty of notable native Spanish grapes which have made a big impression on the wine world at large, but none are as renowned or as widely loved as the Tempranillo varietal. This black skinned grape has been used for wine making for centuries, with several ancient civilizations noticing the fact that it is highly versatile and holds some delicious flavors and aromas, perfect for those looking for a powerful yet elegant grape for their wines. Tempranillo often causes winemakers some trouble, however, as it is highly susceptible to many diseases. Despite this, plenty continue to persevere with this varietal, as it is perfect for producing delicious and complex single variety and blended wines, packed full of classic Spanish flavors and plenty of aromatic and intense surprises.