2011 Hermanos Lurton Tempranillo

Red berry fruit dominates the nose of this big alcohol Tempranillo.  You can pick up a bit of earth and woody aromas as well.  There is a wall of tannin that smacks you a second after tasting which is the emphasis of this wine.  All of the fruit gets diminished by the uncomfortably bold tannins.  This wine should definately be cellared for 3-5 years before consumption to really showcase the fruit potential. 

Price: $16.90
Vintage: 2011
Region: Toro, Spain
Varietal: Tempranillo
Abv: 15%
Mike’s Score: 87