There's something about Grenache. It's not unlike Cabernet in a lot of ways, but without all the tannins. It's also got a velvety texture that does wonders, and that's the real beauty of this wine. That, and the nose, which is superb. My experience with this bottle was that it didn't pair well with food at all. Because it's not so tannic, it won't stand up to a steak like the archetypal Cabernets and Malbecs of California and South America. But it's got a certain allure--that's for sure. This 2008 is a great value from the D.O. (place of origin) La Mancha. Be sure to swish, because there's a lot of flavor in there if you look for it.
Presentation: **
Nose: ****
Complexity: **
Value: ****
Overall: ***
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