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Besanas crianza 2009, Mentrida

28/2/2015

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Mentrida is a traditional wine making region in Toledo, near Madrid in Spain. Garnacha is the main grape used in the area, flavours of strawberry and raspberry, often mixed with other varieties.

This wine however is made with Tempranillo (cherry) as the main grape plus Shiraz, Cabernet sauvignon and Merlot. Often in Spain certain winemakers break away from the traditional rules for the area and go off piste. They often mix French varieties with Spanish. 

In this case, Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz and Merlot give body and structure to the Tempranillo grape creating a full body and well balanced wine.

Besana is the name of the first row that you dig up for planting.

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APPEARANCE
Clarity: clear
Intensity: deep
Colour: garnet

NOSE
Condition: clean 
Intensity: medium
Aroma characteristics: red cherry, 

PALATE
Sweetness: dry
Acidity: medium
Tannins: medium 
Body: medium 
Flavours: cherry, strawberry, rosemary 
Finish: medium

CONCLUSION: very good

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    Luis Garcia studied Business Administration at Toledo University and Management Accountancy (CIMA) in London where he lives and works.

    In his spare time he is a passionate nature lover (vines and trees), enjoys making things (wine, olive oil) and helping Spanish people settle in London. 

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