Iberian Grenache

Written by Ray Johnson

Bodegas Nekeas Navarra DO El Chaparral de Vega Sindoa Old Vines Grenache 2005
There’s smoke, tar and the brightness of fresh berries. Light-bodied and fruity. Sourced from 60 year old Grenache (Garnacha) grown in the Nekeas Valley. The wine is a Jorge Ordonez selection Estate bottled in Anorbe. 14% $11.49 at Bottle Barn.

Scala Dei Priorat DOQ Negre 2006
There are hints of black pepper and earth along with a little spiritous character and black fruit. There’s a tangy fruitiness in the mouth and a light body. This is a value oriented wine from the property featuring just Grenache. Estate bottled in Scala dei, a beautifully historic place to visit. 14% $12.99 at Bottle Barn.

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