The Wine: Bodega Felix Sanz Ciranza 2001 
Country: Spain
Region Ribera Del Duero
Category: Monte Negro
Price: $20.99
Decanted or Not: Yes - 60 minutes
Tasting Notes:
Color: Deep ruby/purple
The Nose: Very big nose. Dark fruits and smoked wood. Cherries, currants and herbs.
The Taste: Flavors as big as the nose. Very powerful and dense fruit up front, without being over the top. Dark wood, earth and spices. Very nice, long finish with moderate tannins. Finish pushes those dark fruit flavors throught he back of your throat. Very, very good, but not for the faint at heart.
Color: Deep ruby/purpleThe Nose: Very big nose. Dark fruits and smoked wood. Cherries, currants and herbs.
The Taste: Flavors as big as the nose. Very powerful and dense fruit up front, without being over the top. Dark wood, earth and spices. Very nice, long finish with moderate tannins. Finish pushes those dark fruit flavors throught he back of your throat. Very, very good, but not for the faint at heart.
If you typically drink fruity Shiraz, this one may take you for a loop... it packs a nice punch! Highly recommend dacanting for at least an hour.
The Verdict: 8 corks
