PICO MADAMA 06

The region of Jumilla is characterized by broad valleys and plains crossed by mountains, which lie between the Mediterranean coast and Castilla La Mancha. The vineyards are planted at altitudes between 1,200 and 2,400 feet. 34-year-old Monastrellvines provide 50 % of the blend, with Petit Verdot making up the remaining 50 %. The Monastrell spends 13 months in American oak, while the Petit Verdot rests the same amount of time in French oak. In the glass, this wine displays a deep andintense red color with a violet edge. Hints of dried flowers, paprika and fruit notes of blueberry and blackberry work in unison tocreate a striking nose. The palate offering consists of soft yet firm tannins and complex spices with a hint of tobacco.This rich and fullbodied wine has a fine lengthy finish.WINE ADVOCATE 92 POINTS - The 2006 Pico Madama is a blend of 50% Monastrell and 50% Petit Verdot. The Monastrell was aged for 13 months in American oak, while the Petit Verdot was raised for 13 months in French oak. It offers up an aromatic array of wood smoke, graphite, lavender, blueberry, and blackberry. Firm on the palate with excellent richness, it has plenty of spicy black fruit flavors, a hint of tobacco, and balsamic, and enough tannin to evolve for 3-4 years. It will be at its best from 2012 to 2021.