Viña Aliaga, Cuvée Tinto, Navarra, Spain 2017
{sustainable} 85% Tempranillo, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon
BLACK PLUM & BOLD BERRY, CREAMY OAK & TOAST, FIRM BACKBONE
Carlos Aliaga crafted this cuvée through not only blending one of Navarra’s most beloved traditional grapes (Tempranillo) with a more recent arrival to the area (France’s Cabernet Sauvignon) but also through combining modern and traditional techniques. Tempranillo’s tendency toward rounder plum and cherry-like characteristics harmonizes beautifully with Cab’s blacker flavors. A firm, structured backbone rises sturdily and slinks back down smoothly without a bite. Berry-licious from the very start and with a light suggestion of mint or basil on the finish, the package is wrapped up and rounded out with lightly-toasted oak. A Wine Authorities Exclusive!
Serving Suggestion: Keep the sausages grilling and the pork bbq slow roasting. This warm and inviting red is excellently-suited to grilled flavors and vegetarian lentil/legume dishes. Enchiladas with mole negro.
