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Taja Jumilla Reservatext
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15¾/20

Taja Jumilla Reserva 2003

Jumilla, Valencia and Murcia, SpainTaja may be a new release but Bordeaux-based Franck Mahler-Besse has been making this label since 1987. The mid-range Reserva from the DO Jumilla of south-east Spain, is made in the Bordeaux style tradition. The base is monastrell or mourvèdre the result is a smoky sultry soft, mocha chocolate flavoured red with a touch of baked earth and ash. Soft round simple barbecue red. Tasted: 25 March 2008Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:
BC$17.00750ml 
ON$15.00750mlVintages
Producer: Bodegas Mahler BesseDistributors: Charton-Hobbs
Blend: Monastrell - Tempranillo - Cabernet Sauvignon - MerlotCSPC: 653642UPC: 03432780018543