Wine of the Week | Abadía Retuerta Selección Especial 2017 [Red] 75% tempranillo, 11% cabernet sauvignon, 11% syrah, 3% merlot, nurtured in barrels for 12 months (American and French oak). Blueberry/mulberry/blackberry fruit aromas with a touch of smoke, spice (nutmeg/vanilla) and a hint of dry flowers. Founded in 1996 just outside the geographic limits of the Ribera del Duero denomination. Built around a 13th century abbey, along with the winery & vineyards is a top class hotel and one of Spain's finest restaurants. [$H] |
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