Tuesday, November 01, 2005

1999 Gundlach Bundschu Tempranillo

Tempranillo is the main grape in Spanish Rioja wines. Light and fruity with a bit of an earthy taste easily captures the description of these wines.

Gun Bun has shown how the California terrior can take control of grapes and make them their own. This example illustrates a bold fruit. Not over the top in terms of tannins but typical structure for a Gundlach wine. What grabs you is the strength of the abundant fruit. This wine takes you where the Riojas can only hope to go. Tremendous fruit with a lasting palate combines to make this a favorite in my cellar! A must buy and a must try!!