Couldn’t resist opening this 14-year-old Tempranillo to see
how it was holding up. Sourced from Newsom Vineyards of the Texas High Plains
AVA, it really benefits from about 90 minutes in the decanter. Clocking in at
14.5% ABV, the acidity is still going strong, and the plum and cherry notes are
still respectfully present. The color is starting to show a little age, but not
nearly as much as you might expect. There’s also a bit of smoke and spice after
that first sip, and the finish is oh so fine. This vintage still has plenty of
life left and is a real pleasure to drink. And the best part? There’s also a
reserve version from the same year to try later, so stay tuned. Santé!
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