Tasting Notes

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Vinous Joaquin Hidalgo - 20 Oct 25
The 2021 Las Iruelas is 100% Garnacha from El Tiemblo, Valle de Iruelas. It presents aromas of herbs, caper, pine, white pepper and a reductive edge with almost pyrazinic tones, plus rose and fresh herbal accents. There is a whiff of struck match. The palate layers a fine talc-like texture over sustained flavor, remaining fresh despite 14.5% alcohol. A modern red.
Drinking Date: 2025 - 2038
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.