Those of you that know me know that I live to find that next impossible deal so I can offer you incredible wines at exceptional value- here are three I recently found!
NOTE: I try not to let my work life (I’m the wine buyer at Kahn’s Fine Wines in Indianapolis with 4,000 plus wines) encroach into the blog but sometimes its impossible. If you live in Indianapolis and are interested in purchasing these wines, you know where to get them.
The small family winery known as Fernández de Piérola winery was established in 1996 with the aim of producing quality wines with a distinguishing personality. One that would reflect the terroir of the vineyard, and would shine about all other wineries in the region.
Combine this with age old wine making traditions with planting vines in the “Marco Real” (square planting system) and “Marco Rectangular” (rectangular planting system) allows their Tempernillo to flourish and develop its own, individual character. One sip of these wines and you’ll agree, they have achieved their goal.
Crianza 2016
100% Tempernillo and is aged in barrels for 18 months and bares the burgundy red color indicating as such. Soft, approachable with loads of red fruits this release screams value. This would be value at $19.99 but, at half that price, its quite literally a steal. Buy a case and pour it at your next cook out! Situation permitting of course. $12.99
The Reserva
again 100% Tempernillo and is barrel aged for 24 months earning the designation of dark red displayed on the label. This is ‘cut from the same jib’ as the younger brother but with noticeably more depth and complexity and of course 8 more years of combined aging. This is smooth, welcoming and a delight to drink. $31.99
The Grand Reserva 2004
again 100% Tempernillo and has been barrel aged for 36 months displaying the royal blue color. This is definitely the big brother of the three and shows vast improvement in terms of depth and complexity with instant appeal as you take your first sip. Silky smooth mouthfeel with dark fruits, plum and red fruits coating your mouth with impressive length on the finish. $39.99
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