El Vivero de Usaldón Colección Origen 2018

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Christian Marcoux rated this wine as 88/100 with the following review:

The El Vivero de Usaldon, Coleccion Origen 2018, exposes great fruit quality and wine making. Aromas of dried strawberry, Maraschino cherry, black pepper, clay pot and pie crust emanate from this 100% Garnacha wine. Full body with suave tannins, the finish is long and velvety. Palate: raspberry, dried plum, black tea, leather and vanilla. Enjoy.

Daniel O'Keefe rated this wine as 88/100 with the following review:

Garnacha vinted in amphorae, a modern throwback to the old days of winemaking. Plenty of fruit aromas led by strawberry and strawberry jam, followed by light plum and blackberry. Dry and balanced on the palate, medium bodied, and with pleasant acidity. Tannins have a soft texture and good grip. Good accompaniment to chicken and pork dishes, especially with a red fruit reduction.

Linda Mertes WSET 2 rated this wine as 88/100 with the following review:

A wine that is a conversation starter and an expansion into wine making. This Spanish wine is a blend of Granacha and little known native Spanish grapes that were fermented in clay amphora, unfiltered. As close to the grape as possible when clay limits the oxygen exposure and doesn't impart extraneous oak flavours from wood.
Medium-bodied, good value, it opens with floral aromas and leads to a well-balanced, red fruit palate. Medium acidity and tannins with an herbal, spicy finish. Decant or age further. Serve with beef or lamb. Tasted February 2020.

Natalie's Review

El Vivero de Usaldón Colección Origen 2018, Alicante D.O., Spain Natalie has not yet reviewed this wine. It's listed here for your convenience so that you can find it easily in your local liquor store. Drink: 2020-2022. 13624 14% XD 750 mL $15.95. April 1, 2020 Full Review

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