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Spanish Red Wine Specials
2016 BERNABELEVA VINOS DE MADRID
'CAMINO DE NAVAHERROS'
[reg. $19.99]
SPECIAL - $10.99 BTL./$131.88 CASE
'CAMINO DE NAVAHERROS'
[reg. $19.99]
SPECIAL - $10.99 BTL./$131.88 CASE
Bernabeleva, meaning the bear's forest, is an exciting Bodega located a mere 50 miles west of Madrid in the foothills of the Sierra de Grados Mountains. Grenache (or Garnacha) is king at this estate and the various elevations and soil-types are what drives each of the estate's wines.
At 20 bucks, this is a sterling value. At 11 it doesn’t play around! 100% Garnacha grown in sandy soil and aged in stainless steel tanks, this is meant to be a layered and nuanced version that holds its freshness beautifully. An intense character of rose petal, violet, anise and well-accented white pepper tones that follow over into a texture that is crunchy, vibrant and mouth filling. Gains plenty of vibrancy on the finish and possesses, once again, an excellent white pepper note. Drink this tempting mouthful of red wine with an array of grilled cuisines, I’m pretty partial to eggplant parmesan with this red. A fabulous Spanish red not to be missed!
At 20 bucks, this is a sterling value. At 11 it doesn’t play around! 100% Garnacha grown in sandy soil and aged in stainless steel tanks, this is meant to be a layered and nuanced version that holds its freshness beautifully. An intense character of rose petal, violet, anise and well-accented white pepper tones that follow over into a texture that is crunchy, vibrant and mouth filling. Gains plenty of vibrancy on the finish and possesses, once again, an excellent white pepper note. Drink this tempting mouthful of red wine with an array of grilled cuisines, I’m pretty partial to eggplant parmesan with this red. A fabulous Spanish red not to be missed!
2015 BERNABELEVA VINOS DE MADRID
'GARNACHA DE NAVAHERROS'
[reg. $26.99]
SPECIAL - $15.99 BTL./$191.88 CASE
'GARNACHA DE NAVAHERROS'
[reg. $26.99]
SPECIAL - $15.99 BTL./$191.88 CASE
When I saw this stunning producer’s more upscale Garnacha on special as well, I damn near did a cartwheel.
The Navaherros cuvee is 100% estate Garnacha and comes from vines ranging from 40-80 years of age. Unlike the above-mentioned Camino, this one is more serious and aged in 2-3 year old wood barrels. A spirited, aromatic number and possessing pronounced Mediterranean herbs and spices around dense blackberry, violet and wind-swept minerality. Strong varietal character with harmonious, mouth-watering and concentrated fruit. Impressive Asian spices presents themselves on the ripe, knife-edge, full finish that is pleasantly structured. Very attractive to drink now and over the next 6-8 years, especially with lamb, beef brisket with a savory sauce, BBQ chicken or hearty stews.
The Cellar Door is closed today, Friday November 23, 2018
and will re-open Monday morning...
Bryan will be taking orders for this wine via handheld.
and will re-open Monday morning...
Bryan will be taking orders for this wine via handheld.
