Bodega Alegre Valganon Tinto, Rioja DOCa, Spain 2021 Rustenberg persimmon and caramel flavors offer

persimmon and caramel flavors offer a dusting of cocoa in front of a long

light pepper palate with medium-plus acidity

and the mineral depth of the Melon

underscored by hints of graphite and cedar

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Bodega Alegre Valganon Tinto, Rioja DOCa, Spain 2021 Rustenberg persimmon and caramel flavors offerVivid ruby red. Suave, mineral and spice accented aromas of ripe red fruits and candied flowers, along with a subtle touch of cured tobacco. Appealingly sweet and energetic in the mouth, showing seamless texture and sharply delineated raspberry, cherry and floral pastille flavors and a hint of baking spices. Finishes bright, silky and quite long, with fine grained tannins framing the wines lingering fruit.