Tinto Figaro Garnacha

Tinto Figaro
Garnacha
2009
$6.95
Catalayud, Spain

Winery Review:  Figaro is 100% Garnacha, made from a selection of the best grapes grown in the oldest vineyards. While not truly an "oaked wine", a short stay in oak barrels provides a nice spicy flavor boost. Bright violet. Dark berry and cherry aromas show a jammy aspect. Supple and gently sweet, with good lift to its black raspberry and boysenberry flavors. Smooth and broad on the finish, leaving behind a hint of spiciness. Extremely easy to drink and an excellent value.

Personal Review:  Smells and tastes like cherries jubilee with ice cream and extra sugar, mainly in the scents. Tasted a little smokey, as if it had been stored in burned barrels. The smokiness wasn't enough to throw off the sweet flavors, but added a nice touch to make it more of a dinner wine than a dessert wine.