Hacienda Terra d'Uro
Finca La Rana Toro Tempranillo
Toro, Castilla y León, Spain
Deep and dark ruby garnet. Abundant nose of black cherry and pipe tobacco. Echoed on the palate with a stony mid-palate and a cigar box finish. Velvety tannins coat the mouth from entry to the medium long finish. Toro is probably best known (to those who know it) through really high-end wines that cost more and are less well-known than their fellow Tempranillo-based brothers from Rioja and Ribera del Duero. Darker and fuller than either, Toro at more moderate price points (like this one) let the wineaux experience Spain (and Tempranillo) at a higher level without breaking the proverbial bank. A great alternative to Cabernet Sauvignon (New or Old World) that’s ready for steaks, roasts, root vegetables, hearty casseroles, or any other “deep red” meal. Drink now through 2025.
Deep and dark ruby garnet. Abundant nose of black cherry and pipe tobacco. Echoed on the palate with a stony mid-palate and a cigar box finish. Velvety tannins coat the mouth from entry to the medium long finish. Toro is probably best known (to those who know it) through really high-end wines that cost more and are less well-known than their fellow Tempranillo-based brothers from Rioja and Ribera del Duero. Darker and fuller than either, Toro at more moderate price points (like this one) let the wineaux experience Spain (and Tempranillo) at a higher level without breaking the proverbial bank. A great alternative to Cabernet Sauvignon (New or Old World) that’s ready for steaks, roasts, root vegetables, hearty casseroles, or any other “deep red” meal. Drink now through 2025.
May 21st, 2019
Eric had this 9 years ago
Eric had this 9 years ago
1 person found it helpfulOct 13th, 2015
2011. Ok.. Can I rant for a second? When I looked this wine up on delectable just now and saw an 8.6 rating from the community, my jaw almost hit the floor. What the heck is wrong with people? I'm sorry. I know taste is subjective, but this is a $16 bottle that drinks AT LEAST like a $30 bottle. This is a steal! Nose is lovely, dark, and inviting. Black raspberry, dark chocolate, floral tones and spice box. Gripping and dense on the palate with more black raspberry, concentrated plum compote, and a hint of leather. 10 months in French oak, 95 yr old vines, bush-trained. This is easily a case buy.
2011. Ok.. Can I rant for a second? When I looked this wine up on delectable just now and saw an 8.6 rating from the community, my jaw almost hit the floor. What the heck is wrong with people? I'm sorry. I know taste is subjective, but this is a $16 bottle that drinks AT LEAST like a $30 bottle. This is a steal! Nose is lovely, dark, and inviting. Black raspberry, dark chocolate, floral tones and spice box. Gripping and dense on the palate with more black raspberry, concentrated plum compote, and a hint of leather. 10 months in French oak, 95 yr old vines, bush-trained. This is easily a case buy.
Jun 10th, 2016
Delicious. Really. A wine the tastes the same out of Italy or France would be worth three times as much money. Wonderful fullness and nice alcohol ratio. Satisfying in every respect.
Delicious. Really. A wine the tastes the same out of Italy or France would be worth three times as much money. Wonderful fullness and nice alcohol ratio. Satisfying in every respect.
Mar 4th, 2016Well balanced wine- medium bodied. Slight acidity. Tannins of berries, slight vanilla/licorice with a subtle earth finish. Good sipping wine
Well balanced wine- medium bodied. Slight acidity. Tannins of berries, slight vanilla/licorice with a subtle earth finish. Good sipping wine
May 27th, 2018Well balanced and full bodied. I want more!
Well balanced and full bodied. I want more!
Feb 10th, 2017
Overall pleasing, loving the oak integration.
Overall pleasing, loving the oak integration.
Jun 17th, 2016
Belles notes minérales, moins d'accent de cerise que certains comparables... Le soleil toujours au rendez-vous!
19.15$
Belles notes minérales, moins d'accent de cerise que certains comparables... Le soleil toujours au rendez-vous!
19.15$
Over ripe strawberries overlay a meaty background on the nose, while the pallet punches with kitchen spices, plums, and a touch of chocolate. Full body, medium tannins, good mouthfeel.
Over ripe strawberries overlay a meaty background on the nose, while the pallet punches with kitchen spices, plums, and a touch of chocolate. Full body, medium tannins, good mouthfeel.
Apr 5th, 2016
Nice fresh taste of berries and maybe a little smoky. $12 at total wines. Worth $16
Nice fresh taste of berries and maybe a little smoky. $12 at total wines. Worth $16
Feb 5th, 2016