poised palate
The whole is rounded off by allspice and juniper
dense tears of glycerin fall slowly down the inside of the glass
refined and elegant yet intense and flinty nose of perfectly ripe yet fine fruits that intermingle with the schistuous terroir as well as pastry and lemon/orange-scented fruit aromas
but it is also wonderful on release
2021 Teso La Monja 'Almirez', Toro, Spain 6-pack Grand-Puy-Lacoste poised palateThe 2021 Almirez, sourced from La Jara, Villabuena del Puente and Valdefinjas vineyards in Toro, was aged up to 14 months in oak barrels. Garnet in hue. Its ripe aromas feature plums, dried flowers, undergrowth, licorice and garrigue against a cedar backdrop. Dry and rich on the palate, the mild and balanced flow leads to a lasting, juicy, cherry like finish. The 2021 is a nuanced Toro wine. Drink: 2023 2035. 95 Pts Vinous