This is some serious prime time drinking Tempranillo! If you look closely, you will see that this wine was made back in the days when Ben Calais had his Dallas location. From the early days in the big “D”, Ben Calais was crafting exceptional wines and making a reputable name for himself in the Texas wine industry. Newsom sourced fruit has certainly added to the quality of this La Cuvee du Manoir Tempranillo. The historic drought of 2011 in the state had its impact in concreting great flavors in every grape. The acids have toned down to a moderate level since we initially got this bottle, and it is drinking quite nicely. Surprisingly, the color is relatively intact and shows subtle signs of aging. Even at 9 years young, you can still relish in those enticing earthy notes of the past. This wine has rich flavors of red cherries, dark plums, and mocha. There is just a hint of leather and a touch of spice before you reach that climax of moderate tannins and an excellent fine finish. If you could preserve this wine at this moment in time, you would have a jewel for the ages to come! Santé!!
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