rich and fruity which slowly reveals velvety tannin
it finishes with gripping tannins that suggest a wine of great age ability
restrained Californian Merlot
The palate has superb intensity and is fresh with flavours of baked figs
is a nod to the thousands of orange trees that surround the five hectares of old vines just outside the village of Petín in north-west Spain
Bodegas Verum Ilusio, 2021 (Case) Altos Las Hormigas rich and fruity which slowlyCherry red, vibrant scarlet reflections, low density. Intense, complex nose: fruit and minerality blend. Cherry, strawberry, ripe blackberries, floral notes of roses, violets. Earthy, limestone hints. Sparkling palate, nice acidity, red fruits, tart strawberries. Fresh, intense, persistent. Aftertaste: fruity, floral, aromatic herbs. Outstanding Grenache.