Supply and demand rules the wine world too… the best deals on tasty wine right now are coming from unknown regions, like Sardon de Duero in Spain. This take-no-prisoners tempranillo-cabernet sauvignon blend from the modern, rising-star winery of Abadia Retuerta truly astounds with its quality-price ratio. But although it is pretty ballsy, the tannins are smooth and understated enough that they don’t overwhelm the senses. Loaded with bright red fruit like raspberry, cherry and strawberry, mild oakiness, slight earthiness and well-balanced acidity. Very easy-going and dangerously easy to enjoy.
Sweetness: 1 out of 10
Rating: 4.5 stars out of 5
Price: $16-$18
Occasion: I’ve tasted this wine several times, most recently at the Bern’s Wine Fest (read the favorites).
Food pairing: Tapas with cured meats, marinated mushrooms, sheep’s milk cheese
Availability: Fine wine shops
Locally in Tampa at Bern’s Fine Wines in Tampa and Ed’s Fine Wines in Clearwater
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