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The Wine Rack

Wine Reviews, wine news and the search for great wine values. A place to share opinions, information and ideas about wine. Please feel free to comment on existing posts or create your own. Regards and enjoy, Mike-

Tuesday, July 31, 2007

2005 Abrazo Del Toro Tinto


This Spanish blend (80% Garnacha 20% Tempranillo) is super value from Trader Joe's- $3.99! Full-body, soft rounded tannins. Lush ripe fruit with the slightest spicey hint.
While this is not a great sipping wine it improves with decanting. I'd call this a very nice pairing with grilled foods and as a second bottle/party wine.

Saturday, July 28, 2007

2004 Epicuro Aglianico

Big rich ripe fruit aromas with a hint of anise. Juicy dark fruit flavors and a trace of spice/anise.
Nice acidity, nice structure, short & crisp finish.
A touch sweet for me, but this is a user friendly wine that would likely be popular especially for the price- $4.99 at Trader Joe's.