Initially produced to commemorate the birth of Aurelio’s first child, Daniel. The project continues to be a cooperation between educator and winemaker, Joaquin Galvez and Aurelio. This wine is of the greatest concentration and it is delivered after one year of ageing in 50% new and 50% one year barrels. It is sold shortly after bottling, resulting in a muscular, rich and fleshy wine.
91pts Stephen Tanzer’s International Wine Cellar – 2006 vintage
FOR THE 2006 VINTAGE
Vivid ruby. Explosively perfumed aromas of fresh red and dark berries, Asian spices, smoky minerals and incense. Deeply concentrated raspberry and cassis flavors are surprisingly energetic-in fact almost weightless. Racy and focused, with pure red fruit qualities carrying through a long, sappy finish. A very pretty wine that blends deep, sweet fruit with refreshing energy and clarity.
90pts Revue du Vin de France– 2005 vintage
FOR THE 2005 VINTAGE
Dark purple. Smoky dark berry and cherry preserve aromas are deepened by dark chocolate and espresso; a floral element emerges with air, adding an exotic quality. Brighter redcurrant and cherry flavors are focused and deep. This impressively concentrated and complex blend boasts plenty of immediate appeal but also has the stuffing to repay a few years in the cellar.
