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Dance del Mar

2010 Carinena Tempranillo Merlot

The Dance del Mar, a delightful blend of Tempranillo and Merlot, hails from the esteemed region of Carinena, renowned for its captivating reds. This 2010 vintage enchants with its rich red hue, inviting you to explore its depths. The wine presents a medium-bodied structure, showcasing a harmony of flavors that dance across the palate. With balanced acidity, it offers a refreshing lift, ensuring a delightful experience with each sip. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing luscious notes of dark berries intermingled with subtle hints of spice and earthiness, making it truly expressive. Tannins are well-integrated and firm, providing a gentle backbone that complements the wine’s profile. Enjoy this well-crafted gem, perfect for sharing with friends or savoring on a quiet evening.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Leather

Leather

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:


Spain
Spain

While its reputation as a serious wine destination was eclipsed by France and Italy for many years, ignoring Spain today means missing out on some of the world's most exciting wines. Enjoying hundreds of miles of sun-kissed coastline and rocky interiors at higher elevations, Spain provides an ideal location for vineyards. Whether it is sparkling cavas from Catalonia, crisp Verdejos from Rueda, sublime Tempranillos from Ribera del Duero or inky Monastrells from Valencia, Spain has many wine styles to explore, all expressing the country's wildly unique terroir.

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