February 8, 2022
20-Buck Bottle: Full-bodied Spanish red
This red is a perfect pairing for game day eats
Terra de Falanis Llence Plana 2018 Montsant, Spain
Available at: Vintner’s Market at the Arboretum
Price: $17.99
On The Nose: Black cherry, smoky, blackberry jam
On The Palate: Smooth, full body, leather, dark fruits, intense dark color
On The Plate: Pork, red curry, olives and Manchego cheese
Our Take: This blend of 70 percent carignane and 30 percent grenache yields a juicy wine with balanced structure and an elegant finish.
Fun Fact: Llenca Plana means flat rock. This vineyard shares the land with cherry and olive trees on a high-altitude, flat parcel between two mountain ranges.
