Teso La Monja Red Wine

Spain- A very approachable vintage, a year with finesse, elegance and balance, and this Alabaster is perfumed and floral and feels light on its feet despite the power, concentration and clout. It has a beautiful nose and the new oak is not overpowering despite being noticeable.

Spain - Toro - "Warm cherry, blueberry and fig flavors are accented by pretty notes of violet, anise, graphite and cocoa powder, all refreshed by citrus peel acidity. This well-knit red is lush and creamy, but dusty tannins provide supple definition, with..."

Toro, Spain - A powerful red with intense aromas of ripe black fruits, plum, blackberry, spices, and mineral notes. The palate is expressive and dense, finishing long and elegant with silky yet firm tannins. Aged for 18–20 months in new French oak, offering both richness and finesse.

Spain - Toro - "Boysenberry coulis, blackberry paste, melted licorice and espresso notes are expressive in this rich, concentrated red, which is enmeshed with firm tannins and a plush texture. Long and focused, with spice box, violet, graphite and mineral..."

Toro, Spain -"...There are still oak-related aromas and flavors, but there is less toast they use a different toast for the barrels, and the wine should integrate it with a little more time in bottle. But it should be approachable while you wait for the 2016. 40,000 bottles produced..."

Spain - "A sleek red, with a lush quality to the pureed black cherry and boysenberry fruit flavors. This is dark and structured, integrating sinewy tannins and balsamico acidity, yet harmonious and appealing overall. Aromatic details of black licorice..."

Spain - Toro - "The wine is ripe and oaky, quite extroverted, aromatic and open. It's also floral, and the tannins feel a little stiff, with the chalky sensation on the palate, a texture rather than a flavor."