...bringing the wine country to the high country

From the Yecla region of Spain, winemaker Bodegas Castano repeat their 2004 success with another quality value offering of Hecula Monastrell vintage year 2005.  A really nice wine priced around $10 that many will judge to be $30.  Deep plum in color with somewhat of a heavy body but not overly dry.  Abundant frangrance of dark fruits with hints of floral and spice.  This wine is a definite candidate for decanting as some of the initial roughness seems to disipate with air.  Day two and three will reward you with a smoother finish and a greater appreciation for this wines complexities.  Be aware of the high alcohol content (14.5%).  Currently stocked at Costco.

Enjoy!

Sir Vino

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