2021 Teso La Monja 'Almirez', Toro, Spain 6-pack Ladoix soaking up all the heat

soaking up all the heat those river-smoothed pudding stones radiate in the summer sun

Deep ruby red in color with intense

Offers a brisk

fully ripe

with echoes of the surrounding heath

2021 Teso La Monja 'Almirez', Toro, Spain 6-pack Ladoix soaking up all the heatThe 2021 Almirez, sourced from La Jara, Villabuena del Puente and Valdefinjas vineyards in Toro, was aged up to 14 months in oak barrels. Garnet in hue. Its ripe aromas feature plums, dried flowers, undergrowth, licorice and garrigue against a cedar backdrop. Dry and rich on the palate, the mild and balanced flow leads to a lasting, juicy, cherry like finish. The 2021 is a nuanced Toro wine. Drink: 2023 2035. 95 Pts Vinous