Luzon Crianza Seleccion (75cl, 14.5%)

Luzon Crianza Seleccion is a Monastrell-dominant red blend from D.O. Jumilla in Spain, bottled at 14.5% ABV in a 750ml bottle. Produced by Bodegas Luzón, it blends 50% Monastrell, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Tempranillo, and spends 12 months in French and American oak barrels. The nose opens with blackberry and black currant, then balsamic notes, incense and garrigue-like aromatics including rosemary, rockrose and licorice, with vanilla and oak spice. The palate is soft and inviting, with blackberry, cherry, mocha, purple plum and anisette, sharpened by bright acidity. The finish is medium-to-long, with violet, dried herbs and subtle vanilla.