by Ray Johnson | Jul 21, 2010 | Spain, Tempranillo, Toro
Finca Sobreno, Toro 2005 This vintage is a nice step up from the previous. The nose shows a mix of fresh and cooked red fruits, with a sweet overlay of vanilla. In the mouth it is approachable and oaky with structure that is obvious but not overpowering. The acidity...
by Ray Johnson | Jul 21, 2010 | Spain, Tempranillo, Toro
Vetus, Toro 2005 There’s a definite sense of Port in the nose, combining liqueur-like berry essence and a bit of spirit. In the mouth the berry flavors are vibrant yet this wine is still quite tight and would benefit from a long sleep in the cellar. The grape...
by Ray Johnson | Dec 2, 2008 | Spain, Tempranillo, Toro
Finca Sobreno, Toro DO, Crianza 2004 There is a rustic quality to the nose, combining earthiness and fruit on the ground. In the mouth this wine is a baby with ample tannin and a balance of acidity and extract – give this a good 4 years in the cellar. This wine...
