Anciano 2015 Old Vines Garnacha (Calatayud DO) Aragon - Spain
Availability: Private wine shops and BCLDB stores
Cost: $23.99 + taxes
Alcohol: 15%
Date Tasted: December 8th, 2019
Tasting Notes: A modern-ish bottling of Garnacha sourced from 35 year old vines and spending far less time in oak when compared to the winery's other wines which are aged for 7 and 10 years. Though textured and moderately intense, this Garnacha sits beautifully in the mouth with just a touch of 'hot' alcohol notes. Look for a pleasant combination of dusty red fruit, subtle prunes and plenty of spicy, sweet earth aromas and flavours. Ready to go now. Drink 2019-2022
- Liam Carrier ©copyright 2019 IconWines.ca
Bodegas Breca 2010 Old Vines Garnacha (Calatayud DO) Aragon - Spain
Availability: Private wine shops and BCLDB stores
Cost: $24
Alcohol: 15%
Date Tasted: January 31st, 2014
Tasting Notes: At first sniff, you might think you're about to dive into a fine Port due to the intense and matured, spicy-plum, sweet-incense and anise aromas seeping from the glass. This 100% Garnacha (Grenache) is sourced from vineyards ranging from 70-100 years old and offers an equally intense palate where the spicy-plum profile continues supported by cherry-cola, vanilla-bean and mineral notes.
Though powerful and layered with meaty tannins and savoury flavours, the body doesn't feel weighted down or thick thanks to well-balanced acidity and a refined texture. Tasting beautifully now, yet, should develop further in the bottle over the next 2-3 years. Drink 2014-2018+.
- Liam Carrier ©copyright 2014 IconWines.ca
