TESO LA MONJA Almirez Toro 2007

Espresso, graphite over juicy sour cherry. Silky, melt-in-your mouth tannins with a very tactile mineral layer. Very fine-grained and poised. 100% Tinto de Toro. This replaces Numanthia in Ordoñez' portfolio.  Josh Raynolds (IWC): "Deep, vivid ruby. Very pretty, focused aromas of raspberry, rose, minerals and Asian spices. Sweet red and dark berry flavors are complicated by graphite and candied floral qualities reminiscent of pinot noir. The finish features smoky minerals and leaves behind sweet red fruits. This lively wine is balanced to reward aging: I'd give it at least another couple years before pulling the cork." 91 points