The 2014 Alabaster was sourced from the same vineyards as the 2013, and also matured in new barriques for 18 months. 2014 was a warmer and riper vintage than 2013, and these grapes were picked on September 12th with tiny yields of 9.5 hectoliters per hectare. The signature creaminess, mouthfeel and texture of the Alabaster is very evident here, with perhaps a little less structure than the Victorino from the same year. It's still marked by some toasted and smoky notes from the time in barrel, especially considering this was very recently bottled, and is the first wine that feels like it needs some more time in bottle. This is the richest and headier of all the wines I tasted from Teso la Monja in this sitting. The nose kept unfurling ripe and intoxicating aromas with time in the glass. 4,000 bottles produced.

This impressive red delivers luscious fruit, lavish oak and a deep vein of minerality, backed by round, full tannins and lively acidity. Deeply concentrated, this remains plush and harmonious. Big and bold, in the modern style. Drink now through 2030. 100 cases made, 100 cases imported.??–TM??Region: Spain / Toro Select to Add