Name: Torre Castillo Alegre
Variety: Monastrell
Region: Jumilla
Country: Spain
Year: 2010
Price: $9.95
VC Review: 4 months in new American oak barrels, Bright ruby-red. Dried cherry, pipe tobacco and rose aromas, with a hint of woodsmoke. Sweet and fleshy on the palate, with blackberry and cherry flavors complimented by licorice and a suggestion of dried herbs. The cherry and smoke notes repeat on the finish.
My notes: The nose is absolutely over the top. I was worried from the "new American oak" in the review and I was right to be worried. The oak monster is present. There is a bunch of smoke, a little vanilla, but mostly burnt toast smell. It is not too appetizing for my palate. The oak is still very much present in the taste, but a little more subtle. There is heat from the alcohol and some light cherry notes. The finish is smoky and oaky. I would say that I would like this wine if I couldn't smell it, but that's like saying I am really attracted to a dude with a bag over his head. So I'm not a fan.
Food: n/a
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