The 2011 Finca Sandoval Cuvee Cecilia is a blend of 70% Syrah and 30% Muscat de Alejandria vines planted in 1998. It has a very rich bouquet of boysenberry jam, dates, Christmas cake and maraschino cherries that is a little over powering. The palate is viscous on the entry, although the acidity manages to keep it balanced and the finish offers finely tuned dates, raisin and cranberry – all handling the 150 grams of residual sugar with some style.
Importer: Fine Estates from Spain, Dedham, MA; tel. (781) 461-5767