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Thursday, December 12, 2013

91 Point Spanish from Robert Parker and under $10




2012 Herencia Altes Garnatxa Negra...$9.49
A joint venture between Eric Solomon and proprietor Nuria Altes, this is an unreal value made from 100% Grenache from vines planted nearly 100 years ago. Its deep ruby/purple color is followed by a flowery perfume revealing aromas of forest floor, underbrush, sweet black cherries, raspberries and strawberries. Medium-bodied, ethereal as well as sublime, this finesse-styled Grenache possesses a delicacy that is difficult to believe for such intensity. Consume it over the next 3-4 years.
Rated 91/100 Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate

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