Tasting - Bodegas Atalaya Laya

Name: Bodegas
Variety: Atalaya Laya 70% Alicante Bouschet, and 30% Monastrell
Region: Almansa
Country: Spain
Year: 2013
Price: Regular Price $8.95


Winery Review

88 Points – Stephen Tanzer

A blend of 70% Garnacha Tintorera, a.k.a. Alicante Bouschet, and 30% Monastrell; fermented in stainless steel, followed by four months in French oak.  Bright purple.  Cassis, blueberry, pungent herbs and mocha on the nose.  Smooth and open-knit on the palate, displaying fresh cherry and dark berry qualities and a hint of black pepper.  Finishes with gripping tannins and good length, leaving a subtle floral note behind.

My Review

The color on this wine was incredible. It was a deep deep purple-red color that just screamed excellence. The smell was very strong but gave off a lot of cherry smell coupled with that sweet caramel finish that I have come to expect from red wines. The wine was fairly dry and not sweet enough to compensate for how dry it made my mouth feel.

I did not eat food with this wine.