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Anthony Gismondi on Wine
Castaño Heculatext
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Castaño Hecula 2002

Yecla, Valencia and Murcia, SpainIntense white pepper, gamey, black cherry licorice nose with a touch of smoke and saddle leather. Rich, round entry with slightly grainy, dry tannins. Big black cherry black raspberry jam, gamey, meaty, smoky earth flavours. A touch acidic and young but has great fruit and intensity. Will benefit from a nicely grilled lamb chop or steak with grilled parmesan tomatoes. Strong value here. Not arriving in Canada until the fall but should be a winter favourite in the West.Tasted: 02 April 2004Tasted by: Anthony GismondiPrices:
BC$15.95750mlSpecialty
AB$15.45750mlKensington Market
Producer: Familia CastañoDistributors: The Delf Group
Grape: MonastrellCSPC: 583690UPC: 8422443001802