Bernabeleva Arroyo del Tortolas, Madrid, Spain 2021 Palomino the red 2017 Pozo Alto

the red 2017 Pozo Alto was singing when I tasted it

this dry sparkler has aromas of chamomile

this has Margaux written all over it

While the tannins are firm

with an almost buttery texture on the mid-palate

Bernabeleva Arroyo del Tortolas, Madrid, Spain 2021 Palomino the red 2017 Pozo AltoThere is more complete ripeness in the 2021 Arroyo del Trtolas, which shows a darker hue than the 2020 I tasted next to it. It has more clout, full development of aromas and flavors and 15% alcohol, but it also has more acidity and a livelier palate, with a stony, chalky sensation, fine tannins and a long, dry and clean finish. This is still a little austere and backward. 94 Pts Robert Parker's Wine Advocate