2008 Sotorrondero
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A blend of 60% Syrah (10-year-old vines) and 40% Grenache (70-year-old vines) that’s aged for 10 months in larger French oak barrels, on lees, the 2008 Jiménez Landi Méntrida Sotorrondero is outstanding, featuring pure, fresh aromas of blackberry and smoky dark fruits, loamy earth, underbrush, and spice on the nose. Tight and reserved at first, this needs an hour of air to open, showing a medium bodied palate with vibrant acidity, a light texture, solid ripeness without a hint of residual sugar, and a long, mineral laced finish. Delicious now with a decant, I wouldn’t be surprised to see this drinking well at age 10.
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The entry level 2008 Sotorrondero is a blend of 85% Syrah and 15% Garnacha aged for 10 months in 300 and 500-liter French oak. Purple-colored with an ethereal, sexy perfume of smoke, black raspberry, blueberry, bacon, and incense reminiscent of top-level Cote-Rotie, on the palate it is opulent, velvety-textured, and already complex. It has enough structure to evolve for 2-3 years and will drink well for a decade. This hedonist’s delight is an incredible value. Importer: Eric Solomon Selections, Charlotte, NC; tel. (704) 358-1565