Bodegas Fariña, Toro (Castilla y León, Spain) 2008

Mar 2, 2011

By Gerald D. Boyd

 The region of Toro, in Castillo y Leon, is known for red wines made from Tinta de Toro, a local variant of Tempranillo, the grape name that appears on the label, no doubt for American consumers more familiar with Tempranillo than Tinta de Toro.  Blended with a small percentage of Garnacha (Grenache) then aged for four months in a combination of French and American oak, the wine has a deep purple-ruby color, ripe boysenberry aroma and flavors, supported by medium tannins and 3.5% alcohol.  There is substance, fruit in this value wine.

Country / Region

Castilla y León, Spain

Appellation

Toro

Grape Variety

Color

Red

Vintage

2008

Score

89

Price

US $ 12.00

Producer

Bodegas Fariña