Bodega Numanthia Toro Numanthia 2007 Bottle:12 but receives a minimum of

but receives a minimum of five years ageing on the lees

The cassis berries are harvested and carefully crushed to avoid breaking the bitter seeds

predominantly Alexander Valley and Knights Valley

racy and vibrant

Bodega Numanthia Toro Numanthia 2007 Bottle:12 but receives a minimum ofDark red; ripe dark mulberry, licorice, smoke; requires some air, on the lean side with good spices, mild but present tannins and a long lingering aftertaste; really nice with a good taste but also a bit acidic and harsh; all in all, a likeable wine, but not a blockbuster Black fruit, nicely balanced and structured. Not complex, but elegant. Does not show its age in color or on the palate.