Teso La Monja 'Almirez', Toro, Spain 2021 Chambolle-Musigny Les Borniques and briny sea breezes

and briny sea breezes

Creamy and full on the palate

Uco Valley

There is a strong sense of minerality here

It’s a style that works quite well here

Teso La Monja 'Almirez', Toro, Spain 2021 Chambolle-Musigny Les Borniques and briny sea breezesThe 2021 Almirez, sourced from La Jara, Villabuena del Puente and Valdefinjas vineyards in Toro, was aged up to 14 months in oak barrels. Garnet in hue. Its ripe aromas feature plums, dried flowers, undergrowth, licorice and garrigue against a cedar backdrop. Dry and rich on the palate, the mild and balanced flow leads to a lasting, juicy, cherry like finish. The 2021 is a nuanced Toro wine. Drink: 2023 2035. 95 Pts Vinous