A Tasty Spanish Wine from Castilla Leon

According to the website, Finca Resalso is the name of the winery’s first vineyard that was planted in 1932. The Spanish wine version of the Tempranillo grape is known as the Tito Fino varietal, and is considered the purest clone of the grape and has been used to graft all the vine plants in the winery.  The wine bottle, however, is remarkable attractive, definitely not a left over from 1932, and seems to have more character than a mere clone could produce.

As 100% Tinto Fino, the rich dark ruby color is to be expected and the 2007 Resalso does not disappoint. I After spending  about 4 months in French oak, it’s made to be drunk young. Though the cloned vines range from 5 to 15 years old, the wine itself gives off a youthful presentation with red and black fruit nose, there are underlying hints of tobacco and, could there be a hint of pine I detect?

True Love from Spain in the 2007 Finca Resalso

Very drinkable, almost velvety, with a chewy-ness of tannins leaving a nice mouth feel; the fruit does not overpower, but leaves room for the subtle flavors. Close your eyes and taste the dark chocolate, rich espresso, bits of spice. Though young, it does not have that overpowering heat of too much alcohol. So while on the higher side at 14.5%; it’s still constrained and does not overpower the taste.

There is an earthy flavor, nice mineral tastes and a savory finish. Alas, avoid the chocolate while sipping, but it would add nicely to a meal of spicy poultry or even a heavy winter paella. 

If you don’t know Spanish wines, then the 2007 Finca Resalso is a great bottle to introduce your palette to. After the first sip you understand why this Emilio Moro Finca Resalso 2007 from Ribera del Duero is a fantastic red wine and deserves it’s Wine Advocate 90 point rating, though you might have to look twice at the price of only $13.00.

Don’t second guess, just buy a few as it will cellar nicely over the next four years!