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Viñedos de los Vientos
TANNAT 2007
Atlántida, Uruguay
100% Tannat.
I know on May Day one should really be enjoying Rose' (and I do have one to talk about), however the weather here in Portland today is calling for something else ... thus the Tannat!
Dark lush/black garnet in
color, this wine has aromas of deep plum, leather and dark cherry with subtle vanilla
overtones. One immediate experiences a
silky/suede mouth feel followed by luscious blackberry flavors, hints of dark
cocoa, cedar and black licorice, even tar. Perfume
and spice persist. Ned (Devenish Wines Proprietor) likens it to a Nebbiolo! Warm and earthy, this has intense dark fruit (without
being jammy), underlying brighter tannins and overall polish. What fun!
We enjoyed this with a hearty lentil, vegetable & spicy sausage
soup! Add crusty breads and aged
cheeses. This warms senses, heart and
soul on a chilly day! $16.99 a bottle from Rosemont Market on Munjoy Hill.
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| Tasting Wines with my friend Scott! |
One thinks of Tannat as a
grape originating from the Basque region of France and usually blended with Cabernet Franc and Cabernet
Sauvignon. But Tannat has now found a
prominent place in Uruguay, which is located in the southeastern part of South America on the Atlantic Ocean. In the Fallabrino family since 1947, the property Viñedos
de los Vientos means “Vineyard of the Winds” and is located where the River
Plate Estuary (largest in the world and home to 150 species of birds) and the Atlantic Ocean meet, providing
clean cool ocean breezes and an ideal climate for the maturation of grapes for
fine wine. They also practice
sustainable agriculture and maintain respect for the environment and
surrounding wildlife. What's not to LOVE??
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