The 2007 Parcela No.5 is a 100% Tempranillo sourced from a parcel of 45-year-old vines and aged in combined new and used oak for 14 months. It has a dense bouquet of dark plum, kirsch and balsamic with well-integrated oak. The palate is medium-bodied with chewy tannins but is nicely balanced: chunky but with fine meaty black, spicy fruit on the finish. Drink now-2014.
Bodegas Luis Alegre is based in the sub-region of Rioja Alavesa.
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