Today I am reviewing the 2009 Muruve Toro from Bodegas Frutos Villar.The Basics: This wine is from the Toro region in the northwest of Spain where the locals refer to the Tempranillo graped used in the wine as Tinta de Toro
In Your Glass: The wine is deep purple in color
On The Nose: Dark cherry and blackberry fruit dominate the nose. Notes of vanilla and some herbs and baking spices round it out.
On The Palate: Dark berry and sweet cherry fruit are front and center. Smooth tannins provide some structure and lead to a rather long finish for a wine in this price range.
Overall: Toro is always a great region to look to for Tempranillo values, and this one does not disappoint. It packs a lot of punch for a price tag right around $15. This Tinta de Toro would pair perfectly with an authentic Spanish Jamon Iberico and aged Spanish cheese.
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