This grape variety is more widely known as Grenache when grown in France and other parts of the world. No matter how you say it, delicious is the most obvious descriptor for this particular wine. This vintage of Tapena Garnacha exhibits lush red-fruited aromas and supple tannins, making this an inviting and easy-to-drink red built for immediate enjoyment, no additional cellaring needed. Tierra de Castilla is a zone in La Mancha, in the central part of Spain south of Madrid. It is rapidly gaining a reputation for excellent quality at modest prices.
Tapena, Tierra de Castilla (La Mancha, Spain) Garnacha 2009
By Robert Whitley