Tentación

2008 Alicante Macabeo

Tentacion Tentación is a captivating white wine from the Alicante region, showcasing the expressive qualities of the Macabeo varietal. With its delightful pale golden hue, this vintage exudes elegance and charm. The wine's body is medium, providing a satisfying mouthfeel that complements its refreshing character. The acidity is bright and lively, enhancing the overall balance while inviting the palate to explore its complex flavors. A prominent fruit intensity reveals notes of citrus and stone fruits, creating a vibrant profile that evokes sunshine and warmth. As you savor this wine, you will notice its delightful dryness, which adds to its food-friendly nature, making it an ideal companion for a variety of dishes. This 2008 vintage of Tentacion Tentación is a true testament to the exceptional quality that Alicante wines can offer.

Tasting notes:

Citrus Blossom

Almond

Apple Pie

Region:

Alicante

Lying on Spain's sunny southeast coast, Alicante is home to big, bold, red wines of tremendous value. Once a major Mediterranean port, the Phoenicians introduced winemaking here centuries ago. Historically, Alicante's most famous wine was Fondillón, an oak-aged sweet wine. But today, Alicante is better known for its full-bodied reds made from the Monastrell grape (known in France as Mourvèdre), which is sometimes blended with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. The thick-skinned Monastrell laps up Alicante's sun-baked conditions and limestone soils to produce densely fruity wines with earthy, herbaceous notes. For whites, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc are increasingly popular, alongside Moscatel and Airén. Wines are approved to be at DO status when they meet a handful of standards related to authorized varietals, production size, methods within winemaking and aging restrictions. Additionally, appellations must have been recognized for a minimum of five years in order to be considered to be a DO.

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