Uruguay’s flagship red wine is, and always has been, Tannat. It grows well there. Tannat, however, is not the friendliest of grape owing to its heavier tannic structure. For this iteration, it’s 100% Tannat and it offers blackberry, blueberry, boysenberry, with back notes of wild cherry, plum and lingonberry. There is very little oak influence – just nine months in barrel - and very strong tannins, so this wine definitely needs some air time, and food. Tannat is not a cocktail wine and it needs to be paired with food, most typically in Uruguay it’s beef. Whatever you choose, this is a fine example of a very drinkable Tannat. ORIGIN: Canelones, Uruguay.  ALCOHOL: 14%

Grade: 
A
Score: 
91
Vintage: 
2020
Current Price: 
$18.00USD