2013 Vara y Pulgar Tintilla Vino de la Tierra de Cadiz
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Name means thumb and stick. Planted at 60m above the Atlantic in Andalucia in 1993. The plant material was sourced from Gonzalez Byass (who also produce a fine Tintilla, the local name for Graciano, here). Aged for 12 months (30% in oak, the rest in concrete) and then for eight months in barriques. Quite rich and sweet. Good balance and good freshness (Atlantic air?). The fruit was apparently picked relatively early. (JR)
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Jancis Robinson MW
Josh Raynolds
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Opaque purple. A peppery element brightens heady, mineral-laced red fruit preserves, potpourri and incense aromas. The sappy, concentrated and broad palate, displays juicy blackberry and blueberry flavors, along with an enlivening by a jolt of zesty acidity. Long and subtly tannic, the finish shows a suave blend of richness and vivacity, with emphatic floral and smoky mineral qualities. This sexy, balanced wine was fermented and aged in a combination of large concrete and oak vats for one year, followed by seven months of further aging in 225-liter French oak barrels.