The 2005 Arrocal Christina is 100% Tinto Fino sourced from 70- to 80-year-old vines. It was barrel-fermented and aged for 22 months in new French oak before being bottled unfiltered. Purple-hued, it has an enticing perfume of pain grille, pencil lead, mineral, blackberry, floral notes, and licorice. Layered, bordering on opulent, it has excellent depth and breadth of flavor, well-concealed tannin, and 3-5 years of aging potential. This lengthy wine should hit its peak around 2015 and drink well through 2025.
Importer: Aurelio Cabestrero, Grapes of Spain, Lorton, VA; tel. (571) 642-0343