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Alto Las Pizarras 2005 Old Vine Garnacha, Calatayud, Bodegas Y Vinedos del Jalon
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  Alto Las Pizarras 2005 Old Vine Garnacha, Calatayud, Bodegas Y Vinedos del Jalon
Item Number:39 60 135 05
Regular Price:$52.95
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CUSTOMER RATING
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EXPERT RATING
Based on the 100 Point Scale
 WA  93 
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Alto Las Pizarras 2005 Old Vine Garnacha, Calatayud, Bodegas Y Vinedos del Jalon
Bodegas y Viñedos del Jalón has 2400 acres of vineyards, concentrated in the southern part of the Calatayud region, extend from the River Jalón to the north, deep into the Ibérian mountain range to the south. These vineyards are situated at altitudes of between 2000 and 3300 feet with the higher sites dominated by Old-Vine Garnacha. That’s where the name and the grapes come from for this bold red wine. 100% Garnacha from vines 70 to 100 years old hand harvested. The wine aged in new French oak barrels for 11 months. The Wine Advocate scored it 93 points saying "The 2005 Alto Las Pizarras takes things to a still higher level. A selectión of the best lots was put into 100% new French oak to complete malolactic where it remained until recent bottling. Toasty oak, black fruits and espresso roast aromas are followed by a full-bodied wine with supple, sweet cherry and black fruit flavors with no hard edges. Put this beauty in the cellar for 3-5 years and drink it over the following 15." Don't miss it while it's On Sale!!!

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Alto Las Pizarras 2005 Old Vine Garnacha, Calatayud, Bodegas Y Vinedos del Jalon
 
4.3

(based on 4 reviews)

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100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Balanced (4)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Entertaining (3)
    • Special occasions (3)
      • Pairs Well With:
      • Beef (4)

    Reviewed by 4 customers

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    Dec

    7

    2012

     
    4.0

    Very Nice Bottle of Wine!!

    By Soccer&Wine

    from Visalia, CA

    About Me Aspiring Enthusiast

    Verified Reviewer

    Pros

    • Balanced
    • Clean
    • Smooth

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Entertaining
      • Everyday
      • Special Occasions

      Comments about Alto Las Pizarras 2005 Old Vine Garnacha, Calatayud, Bodegas Y Vinedos del Jalon:

      Very Nice Bottle of Wine!! Recommend Highly.... Smooth, Great Texture and Color. Drinks Well, I would bet a good Steak or Chocolate would bring out the wine even better!! Excited to open my second bottle soon.

      • Pairs Well With:
      • Beef, Chocolate

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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      Nov

      28

      2012

       
      4.0

      Very good everyday wine.

      By JoJ

      from Athens, GA

      About Me Casual Drinker

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Balanced
      • Clean
      • Clear

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Everyday
        • Weeknight

        Comments about Alto Las Pizarras 2005 Old Vine Garnacha, Calatayud, Bodegas Y Vinedos del Jalon:

        My husband likes a glass of red wine when he comes home after work. We are not connosieurs, but he does enjoy this wine and that is the important thing. We would buy this wine again.

        Our only complaint has been that every cork has split when we opened the bottle, which is very unusual.

        • Pairs Well With:
        • Beef, Spicy Food

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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        Nov

        23

        2012

         
        4.0

        Great!

        By Ben

        from Albuquerque, NM

        About Me Aspiring Enthusiast

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Balanced
        • Long Finish

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • After Dinner
          • Entertaining
          • Gifts
          • Special Occasions
          • Weeknight

          Comments about Alto Las Pizarras 2005 Old Vine Garnacha, Calatayud, Bodegas Y Vinedos del Jalon:

          Everything was great!

          • Pairs Well With:
          • Beef, Chocolate

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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          Jun

          30

          2012

           
          5.0

          Excepetional Garnacha for under $25!

          By Westchester Wine Guy

          from Wine Express

          About Me Connoisseur

          Staff Reviewer

          Pros

          • Balanced
          • Big

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Entertaining
            • Special Occasions

            Comments about Alto Las Pizarras 2005 Old Vine Garnacha, Calatayud, Bodegas Y Vinedos del Jalon:

            This one took me by surprise as I was not expecting such an intricate and well balanced wine. While the dark fruit and aromatic spices lead the way, there is real structure and harmony to this wine from start to finish. It's seamless on the palate with mellow tannins and nice acidity leading to a spice and fruit filled long finish. No need to cellar, this gem is drinking right now!

            • Pairs Well With:
            • Beef, Game

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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              How come this is available almost everywhere for $16 - 18 and you charge $25?
              Asked on 7/10/2012 by roger from usa

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                Hi Roger- thank you for your question. While there are a couple of other retailers who carry the Alto Las Pizarras for a lower/bottle price, you will find that with our free shipping offer, the all-in price is quite competitive. Cheers!

                Answered on 7/16/2012 by Strumerika from Mount Kisco, NY
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