2012 Bodegas Teso La Monja "Almirez" Toro This full-bodied

This full-bodied

with vibrant

beautiful purity

A smokin' effort

sweet black fruit on the palate and surprising weight and richness

2012 Bodegas Teso La Monja "Almirez" Toro This full-bodiedThe 2012 Almirez (a 1,000 case cuve of 100% Tinta de Toro) was aged 14 months in French oak. This sensational wine comes from vines planted between 1949 and 1999. Yields were a conservative 1. 8 tons of fruit per acre. An inky purple color is followed by aromas of camphor, ground pepper, blackberries and cassis. This full bodied, Northern Rhne Valley like Spanish red exhibits meaty lard notes, terrific density and purity, and a finish that lasts