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Garzón Tannat Reserva 2022
Garzón, Maldonado, San José, UruguayTannat has a reputation for being big, rugged, and tannic if used in anything but small amounts. At Bodega Garzón, in Uruguay, consulting winemaker Alberto Antonini has used the tannat to make something unique. Uruguay has succeeded with tannat for some time, but none have been as elegant and equally structured as the Garzón labels. With 1000 separate blocks to choose from, Antonini and winemaker German Bruzzone have crafted wines of amazing grace while unfolding the power of tannat and its famous full flavours. The proximity to the cold Atlantic Ocean helps promote bright red fruit characters that offset the apparent black fruit. Picked when the seeds are fully lignified but fresh, Garzón has unveiled the black plums over blackcurrants and black raspberries over blackberries. The tannin and the texture are beautifully balanced. No chemicals are used here, no over-extraction, and no egos; only untoasted large French vats are used for the fermentation. The aging is done in concrete for six months. Antonini is among the world's most intelligent and sensitive wine consultants, and his work at Garzón on wines like this only enhances his reputation.Tasted: 09 August 2024Tasted by: Anthony GismondiPrices:| BC | $22.99 | 750ml | BCLS |
Grape: TannatCSPC: 199810UPC: 7730951080280
