Pintia, Toro (Spain), 2002

Red/purple.

Smoke/grilled meat, balsamic action, hazelnut and black fruit on the nose.

Round and mouth-filling, with an acid-edge that keeps things taut. Very good, but not great, density. Nice flavor flow through slightly constricted mid-palate. It seems obvious that 2002 wasn't among the best recent vintages for most of Spain, but the wines are far better than I expected. This is no exception.

Day 3 - Nose now simpler, deeper. Deep smoke/char and savory meat in the mouth. I'd drink this over the next 2-3 years.

$45