Saturday, February 1, 2014

Tasting: El Sierro Tempranillo Cabernet

Name: El Sierro Tempranillo Cabernet
Variety: Tempranillo and Cabernet Sauvignon 
Region: Valencia
Country: Spain
Year: 2011
Price: $7.95 
Shop review: "Dark ruby in color with rich aromas of red fruit and light spices.  It is a real knock-out with delicious flavors of dark cherries, blackberries, and vanilla all perfectly integrated.  The Tempranillo provides wonderful spice and fruit, while the Cabernet Sauvignon  gives structure and depth with the beautiful use of oak." -Vintage Cellar, 2014
My review: El Sierro Tempranillo Cabernet was dark red in color with scents of oak and blackberries that stood out on the nose.  The spices were soft upon tasting and the oak definitely stood out on the palate.  The blackberries made for a delicious flavor.  The wine had soft tannins and was very smooth upon swallowing.  
Food: I did not pair this wine with food.

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