Name: Tinto Figaro
Variety: 100% Garnacha
Country: Spain
Year: 2009
Price: $6.95
Shop Critic: Made from a selection of the best grapes grown in the oldest vineyards. While not truly an "oaked wine", a short stay in oak barrels provides a nice spicy flavor boost. Bright violet. Dark berry and cherry aromas show a jammy aspect. Supple and gently sweet, with good lift to its black raspberry and boysenberry flavors. Smooth and broad on the finish, leaving behind a hint of spiciness. Extremely easy to drink and an excellent value.
My Review: A very bitter nose overwhelming like raisins or prunes with hints of black pepper in the background. This heavy-bodied wine was intensely smokey and very, VERY dry. This heavy wine coated my tongue and stayed on my palate for quite a while. It was a little spicy and just reminded me of tart fruits like raspberries and blackberries.
I drank this wine on its own with no food pairings.
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