Name: 1996 Miguel Torres Cabernet Sauvignon (Black Label) Mas La Plana
Producer: Miguel Torres
Region: Spain, Catalunya, Penedès
Classification: N/A
Type: Red Wine
Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon
Year/Vintage: 1996
Bottle Size: 750ml
Purchased: $29.99, PA Wine and Spirits (December 2008)
Date Logged: 04/04/2009
Pairing(s): Filet Mignon
My Rating: 4 Stars
I’ve been eagerly anticipating getting my lips on a Mas La Plana for quite some time. I have a $50 bottle of the 2001 that I’ve had for a few years in the cellar, just waiting for a special occasion. So, when I saw the 1996 on sale last December for $30, I snapped it up, thinking I would try it should the less than “special” occasion arrive. In celebration of our official fireplace christening, we did just that.
This is a perfect wine for a steak. The nose is subtle, but earthy and woodsy, with some nice dark cherry coming through. The palate is complex, with plenty of smoke, pencil shavings and cigar box flavors. It’s got strong tannins but not to the point where they dominate, and the fruit still shows through nicely. A great wine to sit in front of a new, or old, fireplace and enjoy the warmth.
I’ve been eagerly anticipating getting my lips on a Mas La Plana for quite some time. I have a $50 bottle of the 2001 that I’ve had for a few years in the cellar, just waiting for a special occasion. So, when I saw the 1996 on sale last December for $30, I snapped it up, thinking I would try it should the less than “special” occasion arrive. In celebration of our official fireplace christening, we did just that.
This is a perfect wine for a steak. The nose is subtle, but earthy and woodsy, with some nice dark cherry coming through. The palate is complex, with plenty of smoke, pencil shavings and cigar box flavors. It’s got strong tannins but not to the point where they dominate, and the fruit still shows through nicely. A great wine to sit in front of a new, or old, fireplace and enjoy the warmth.
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