Tasting Notes

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Vinous Joaquin Hidalgo - 05 Dec 23
The 2003 Numanthia, sourced from old vine plots in Toro, exhibits a dark brick color after 20 years. It reveals dried fig and balsamic aromas. Thyme is the most prominent against a backdrop of smoke and wax. Rich and overwhelming on the palate, the slightly reactive tannins bring forth a caramel, long-lasting finish. This wine, in its twilight years, shines bright and delightful.
Drinking Date: 2023 - 2030
Spain Vineyard Fine Wine

Spain

Spain, a leading wine producer, offers diverse wines from its varied regions. In Rioja, Tempranillo produces elegant, age-worthy reds, with top producers like Bodegas Marqués de Riscal and Bodegas Muga. Ribera del Duero also excels with Tempranillo, featuring esteemed estates like Vega Sicilia and Dominio de Pingus. Priorat is known for bold red blends from Garnacha and Cariñena, with top wineries like Alvaro Palacios. In Galicia, Albariño shines in Rías Baixas, while Penedès is famed for Cava from houses like Freixenet.