2014 Jiménez Landi Sotorrondero Méntrida

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: 91 points

The Syrah is more noticeable in the 2014 Sotorrondero, as it contains some 30% of the Rhône grape to complement the Garnacha. Here 50% of full clusters were used in the fermentation, and the upbringing was extended to ten months and was carried out in a mixture of 500-liter barrels and 1,500- and 3,000-liter foudres, all of them made with French oak. It comes through as quite balanced, nicely balsamic with some developed aromas mixing smoked meats, forest floor, and a nice core of bright berry fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with some austerity from the granite soils and fine tannins. It has some sesame seed-like flavors and a tasty finish. Nicely balanced and poised. 15,000 bottles produced.

Review Date: March 2016