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Juan Gil Pasico Monastrell-Shiraz Jumilla 2015

Juan Gil Pasico Monastrell-Shiraz Jumilla 2015

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Juan Gil Pasico Monastrell-Shiraz Jumilla 2015 

The bold and rich but drinkable wine lover are not alone. Real deal are not that commonly found too, especially if you seek for quality. May not be the preferred style for those who like light wines, this dark wine with aromas and flavors of ripe black berries, spices, meat notes will charm you without breaking the bank! It makes this wine then a perfect recommadation for the « affordable wine of the week»!

Blend of monastrell and shiraz grapes. Alcohol level of 14% 

Available in SAQ stores for 11,90$ (Code SAQ : 12990152)

Bodegas Juan Gil’s website: bodegasjuangil.com

They are represented in Québec by Vins Balthazard: vinsbalthazard.com

Paco & Lola Lolo Rias Baixas 2015

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Paco & Lola Lolo Rias Baixas 2015

Pale color with green hue. Very lemony nose with salty notes that brings up lot of freshness. Bright and also refreshing on the palate, this wine is tasty with flavors of lemon with a salty and enjoyable green touch. We want summer to fully enjoy this wine on the patio! Good+ (88)

Made of 100% Albarino grapes. Aged in tanks. Alcohol level of 12,5%

Available in SAQ stores for 15,95$ (Code SAQ : 13089868)

Bodegas Paco & Lola’s website: pacolola.com

This producter is represented in Québec by Les Vins Dupré:  lucdupre.wixsite.com

Paco & Lola Lolo Rias Baixas 2015

Coto de Imaz Rioja Reserva 2010

Coto de Imaz Rioja Reserva 2010

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Coto de Imaz Rioja Reserva 2010

Dark cherry color. Nose of smoke, berries, spices and oak, all together in an elegant and noble way. Wide and long on the the palate, medium concentration on the same flavor profile as the aromas detected on the nose, with a soft and balanced touch of oak. Classic Rioja wine well made. Good+ (88)

Made of 100%  Tempranillo. Aged 17 months in American oak barrels, then spends a minimum of one year in bottle prior to release. Alcool level of 13,5%

Available in SAQ stores for 23,05$ (Code SAQ : 10857569)

El Coto’s website: elcoto.com

El Coto is represented in Québec by les Sélections Fréchette: selectionsfrechette.com

Faustino V Reserva Rioja 2009

Faustino V Reserva Rioja 2009

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Faustino V Reserva Rioja 2009

Dark red cherry color. Nose of berries, spices (cinnamon and vanilla) and oak. Smooth on the palate with classical flavors of berries, spices and vanilla, plus rich but round oak notes. Good+

Made of 90% Tempranillo and 10% Mazuelo. Aged 16 months in American oak barrels. Alcohol level of 13,5% 

Available in SAQ stores for 19,95$ (Code SAQ : 10857497)

Bodegas Faustino’s website: bodegasfaustino.com

Sample proposed by Select Wines: selectwines.ca

Agricolas Aguaza SA RA DA Seleccion Almansa 2009

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Agricolas Aguaza SA RA DA Seleccion Almansa 2009

Dark cherry color. Nose of smoke, small black berries and a handfull of spice notes. Powerfull yet controlled it does offer nice fruit flavors, some spices and a touch of smoke. The acidiy adds to its balance. Interresting wine and low priced, making this wine more attractive. Good+ (88)

Made of 60% Garnacha Tintorera and 40% Monastrell. Aged 12 months in French oak barrels. Alcohol level of 14%

Available at the SAQ for 15,30$ (Code SAQ : 12744816)

Producer’s website: agricolasaguaza.com

Represented in Québec by: sdvf.ca