Torres "Sangre de Toro" Tempranillo DO 2018
(La Mancha, Spain)
Regular price $15.00 Sale price $13.97 Save $1.03
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About the Winery:
During the early 1950s, Miguel Torres Carb, part of the third generation to head Bodegas Torres, tirelessly explored the vineyards in his Renault 44, searching for the regions most prized red grapes Garnacha and Cariena. He wanted to make a different kind of wine that would lend expression to the authentic character of the land.
Today, people around the world see the Sangre de Toro wine as a model of quality Spanish winemaking: a contemporary, elegant and versatile classic that affirms the importance of authenticity and staying true to one's roots.
Tasting Notes:
Dark cherry red with purple highlights. Fragrant and intense, with deep fruit notes (raspberry) against a licorice backdrop. A fine, velvety, warm palate with a touch of sweetness.
Food Pairing:
Wonderful with meat, and a perfect match for creamy cheeses.
Region: La Mancha
Vinification Process: The grapes undergo eight days of skin contact and fermentation in stainless steel under controlled temperature for seven days.
Alcohol Content: 13.50%
Founded in 1954, Sangre de Toro comes from the D.O Catalunya and is produced by Torres, probably the most famous Spanish winery on the international scene. The name Sangre de Toro (blood of the bull) is meant to be an homage to Bacchus, the Roman God of wine known also as the Son of the Bull.
During the early 1950s, Miguel Torres Carb, part of the third generation to head Bodegas Torres, tirelessly explored the vineyards in his Renault 44, searching for the regions most prized red grapes Garnacha and Cariena. He wanted to make a different kind of wine that would lend expression to the authentic character of the land.
Today, people around the world see the Sangre de Toro wine as a model of quality Spanish winemaking: a contemporary, elegant and versatile classic that affirms the importance of authenticity and staying true to one's roots.
Tasting Notes:
Dark cherry red with purple highlights. Fragrant and intense, with deep fruit notes (raspberry) against a licorice backdrop. A fine, velvety, warm palate with a touch of sweetness.
Food Pairing:
Wonderful with meat, and a perfect match for creamy cheeses.
Technical Information
Grapes: 100% TempranilloRegion: La Mancha
Vinification Process: The grapes undergo eight days of skin contact and fermentation in stainless steel under controlled temperature for seven days.
Alcohol Content: 13.50%