Bodega Alegre Valganon Tinto, Rioja DOCa, Spain 2020 Case (6x750ml) Cuvee 1821 followed by a wee bit

followed by a wee bit of talc

Chewy and penetrating on the palate

generously textured and ripe

The Lagrein Elena Walch gleams invitingly with its intensive and dense garnet red color

A classic Côtes du Rhône offering densely layered black and red fruit aromas with a characteristic spiciness on the nose

Bodega Alegre Valganon Tinto, Rioja DOCa, Spain 2020 Case (6x750ml) Cuvee 1821 followed by a wee bitThe house red 2020 Tinto showed superbly. It's a blend of Tempranillo from the Obarenes Mountains (Sajazarra and Fonzaleche) with 20% Garnacha from Crdenas on clay and some 5% white that has 14. 2% alcohol but feels perfectly balanced and integrated. It has a serious, harmonious nose with complexity and depth but also youth. It has a soft and juicy texture with focused and clean flavors, finishing with an almost salty twist. Super tasty and easy to