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Monday, October 20, 2008

Brand NameCosme Palacio y Hermanos
Wine NameCosecha
Vintage (Year)2004
CountrySpain
Wine ClassRed
Wine TypeTempranillo
Alcohol %14%
Bottle Size750ml
Price$10 and Under
Site Rating7 (on a scale of 1-10)
  

Oxgenation is an interesting process that can affect wine different ways. On one hand, it can destroy a wine's taste, and on another hand, simply decanting a wine brings out it's flavors. However, I have also found that with some wines, opening them then closing them, and letting them sit for a week actually softens them enough for my palate. Now, I will say that this is not the standard practice of most people, and that some wine snobs will be most utterly appalled at this.

Well, I have found out that this works for me with the driest of red wines, especially the ones with the lightest of body to them. Rioja is the perfect example of this, especially with the least aged versions. And for this Cosecha 2004, I found it perfect.

I first came across this wine while talking with a wine rep over in NJ. He showed me the wines that was in his portfolio, and this was one of them that I picked up. When I first tasted it, I couldn't take it, as it was too dry. However, I had not thrown it out, and it sat on my floor for around ten days. I was actually about to toss it, but decided to taste it first, and when I did, I was surprised that I did like it after the air had a chance to work it's 'magic.' At this point, I can taste [and enjoy] the lush flavors of blackberries and dark cherries, and it still retains the slight cilia-esque silkyness of a Rioja. However, since I couldn't drink it from the initial opening, I only gave it a seven. I am interested to now taste their crianza and reserva.

 

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