Wine of the Week
2004 Bodegas Aldeanueva Cortijo III Tinto
Rioja, Spain, 100% Tempranillo
Robert Parker says: "Bodegas Aldeanueva’s 2004 Cortijo III Tinto (made from 100% Tempranillo) is a tank-fermented and aged Rioja that sells for a song. In fact, I cannot think of another Rioja at this price level that offers this much character and fruit. Its moderate ruby color is accompanied by a sweet nose of strawberries, cherries, spice box, dried herbs, and tobacco. With a lush texture, medium body, and no hard edges, it should provide plenty of pleasure over the next 1-2 years. This is an excellent bargain." 87 points.
The Dabbler says: run to the Wine House in West LA or to Larchmont Wine and Cheese and grab this $8 bottle while you can. It drinks incredibly well and would be perfect for dinner parties given the price. New Yorkers, you'll have to hunt this one down on your own. The Dabbler is too lazy to search the web right now for Tri-State area package stores carrying this gem. Yummy.
posted by The Dabbler | 2/20/2006
2 Comments:
What a coincidence! I had to make up $6 in an online order to get free shipping (> $100) and added this. Was going to include it in a blind wine tasting with some friends. Good to know it is a tasty bottle.
I think it deserves a 90 from Parker, but he is probably scared to give such a high rating to such a cheap bottle...
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