Friday, March 22, 2013

Wine Tasting Tinto Figaro



Name: Tinto Figar
Variety: 100% Garnacha
Region: Calatayd
Country: Spain
Year: 2009
Price: $6.95

Winery review: Figaro is 100% Garnacha, made from a selection of the best grapes grown in the oldest vineyards. While not truly an "oaked wine", a short stay in oak barrels provides a nice spicy flavor boost. Bright violet. Dark berry and cherry aromas show a jammy aspect. Supple and gently sweet, with good lift to its black raspberry and boysenberry flavors. Smooth and broad on the finish, leaving behind a hint of spiciness. Extremely easy to drink and an excellent value. 

My review: This wine had a really strong tannic, cherry smell. It was so strong that I ended up coughing after the first sip of wine. It was a bit complex than the wines that I've had in the past. The wine was also bitter with a little spice kick at the end. It was an interesting wine but I wouldn't want too much of it. 

I tasted this on its own with no food.

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