Viňa Albali Reserva Cabernet Tempranillo 1999

Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon 85%, Tempranillo 15%
Country of origin: Spain
Wine appellation: Valdepenas
Vintage: 1999
Alcohol content: 12.5%
Color: dark garnet with brownish meniscus
Bouquet: coffee and vanilla tones, sweet wood, licorice, black cherry, canned black current, leather
Taste: black cherries marmalade, vanilla, dark chocolate, hint of spiciness, medium to full body, smooth, round, lingering tannins, medium finish
Recommended food pairing: venison medallions with mashed potatoes and mushroom
Overall score: 86
Price: EUR 10
Stopper: cork
Ten years old CabSav surprisingly in good condition. It was aged 14months in new American oak barrels. The barrel is very nicely integrated within the bouquet and taste. It's very smooth, going towards coffee, leather and spices.