Reviews & Ratings

2011 Dominio Basconcillos Spanish Red "12 Meses en Barrica"

Winery: Dominio Basconcillos

Vintage: 2011

Wine Name/Vineyard: "12 Meses en Barrica"

Wine Category: Spanish Red

Grape blend: 100% Tempranillo,

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Ribera del Duero

State or country: Spain

Price: $31

Cases produced: unknown

KWG Score: 91.5 (based on 2 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (91)

Review date: July 16, 2017

Wine Review: The Dominio Basconcillos is undoubtedly barrel aged. And if you didn't get it from the name you got it on the nose. Reminiscent of a Dry Creek Zinfandel, the Basconcillos 12 Meses has the spicy, fruity, and earthy components of a Zin that is well put together. A helping of licorice, Bing cherries, cola, and mountain bay leaves dance about without being convoluted. The finish is long with ripe tannins and the softest touch of acidity to keep the tannins from being sweet. This needs a nice cut of red meat in order to truly shine. – Nicolay

Winemaker Notes: Certified organic. 100% Tempranillo, Selected grapes from clay and gravel soils. Aging takes place in American and French oak between two and five years old. Rounded, powerful and persistent, with layers of spice and fruit.

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