Palacio del Conde Gran Reserva 2010
Valencia DO
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Lovers of top notch Rioja will recognise the red berry fruits and oak character of this terrific value gem from Valencia. It’s been wowing wine judges for years and was skilfully crafted by a winery regularly tipped by Spanish wine guide, Peñín.
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Wine Details
- Red - Medium Bodied
Spain- Brick Red
- Tempranillo
- 10.5 Units
- 14% ABV
- 30 June 2019
Flavour Profile
Tasting notes
Silky strawberry, raspberry and plum flavours with a hint of vanilla
Aroma
Soft strawberry and spice aromas
The Wine
Where else can you buy mellow, barrel-aged reds of such remarkable quality and price? Not only is today’s Spanish wine scene “among the most vibrant, dynamic and creative in the world” (Tim Atkin MW), it surely offers the best value. Valencia is known as Madrid-by-the-sea – Madrilenos flock there for relaxation. Inland there are orange groves and paddy fields – it’s where paella is said to have been invented – and of course, vineyards. Winemaker Maria Angeles Camara selected hand harvested Tempranillo for this Gran Reserva, which was aged for 30 months in oak barrels. With its dark, juicy flavours and soft vanilla tones, this fragrant, medium bodied red is in its element with duck or lamb, strong cheese, or tapas such as jamón serrano.
Where else can you buy mellow, barrel-aged reds of such remarkable quality and p...
Tremendously flavoursome Valencia! Bravo!
Online Review for 2007
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