Alceño 2000 [Red]
Producer: Pedro Luis Martínez
Region: DO Jumilla

Alceño is yet another example of the new generation Jumilla wines which have take the local market by storm. Made from a Mediterranean mix of Syrah, Monastrell (Mourvèdre) and Tempranillo, Pedro Luis Martínez' wine is an unoaked hearty, fruit-driven red wine that should work exceptionally well with a barbequed steak.

Dark purple/garnet color. Hearty aromas of well ripened fruit (plums/bing cherries) with a hint of brushness/eucalyptus, black olives and licorice. Rich and ripe on the palate with beautifully ripe dark berry fruit, balanced acidity, smooth/ripe tannins and superb length. Very good indeed.

[$M]
24 Aug 2001