Saturday, June 23, 2012
4:00 to 5:30 pm
$10.00 per person
$5.00 is credited toward purchase of the featured wines below
Home of: www.WineAndSpiritGifts.com
611 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Suite #1, Palm Springs, 92264
760-327-7701, 800-925-0030
facebook.com/DesertWinesAndSpirits
The Sangre de Toro line of wines from Torres is the #1 Spanish brand in its category. The tremendous growth seen in the Spanish category and the Torres brand is due to the fact that consumers and retailers alike have realized that Spain is producing quality wines at good prices. The Quality to Price Ratio of the wines from Miguel Torres is simply what we consider good value. Even as we rise to the Coronas tier and ultimately to the Gran Coronas, the value consideration holds true. In the fall, we will restock the brandies of Torres which replicate the same devotion to value. Although the thrift levels are quite good, the Jaime I bottling at around $100.00 is as close as one gets to brandy heaven.
2010 Torres Sangre de Toro Viña Sol, Catalunya
List price 10.00; our price 8.99
The acidity is in balance, with an almost tropical character in the middle. It has that Spanish white wine lemony quality which is the basis for its charm. The wine is made with Parellada, one of the grapes used in the production of cava, which gives us an opportunity to taste a contributor to wonderful Spanish sparkling wines. It is smooth, rich and crisp on the palate, with plenty of ripe fruity flavors such as apples, banana, pear, and peach. The wine shows notes of flowers combined with delightful touches of mandarin zest citrus on a long, lingering finish. The wine is excellent as an apéritif and with salads, soft cheeses, trout, and seafood in general.
2011 Torres Viña Esmeralda Moscato, Catalunya
List price 14.00; our price 11.99
Torres blends 85 percent Muscat of Alexandria with 15 percent Gewürztraminer to create a highly aromatic effect in this wine. Orange blossom, passion fruit and lychee jump out of the glass, followed by a palate dominated by pink grapefruit and citrus peel. The kick of spice and bright acidity keep it balanced and immensely enjoyable. This wine works well with seafood cocktails, fish and pâtés.
2011 Torres Sangre de Toro Rosé, Catalunya
List price 10.00; our price 8.99
The blend in this wine is 65% Garnacha Tinta and 35% Cariñena. On the nose this wine is a symphony of cherry jam blended with cranberries and strawberries over a background reminiscent of pomegranate, caramel toffee and hints of marzipan. The winemaker has managed to extract the perfumed flavors of grape skins in creating a rosé with good acidity and plenty of character. It is perfect with traditional tapas and charcuterie, as well as vegetable dishes and pasta.
2010 Torres Sangre de Toro Tempranillo, Catalunya
List price 9.00; our price 7.99
The Tempranillo has delicate floral aromas over a background of very ripe fruit, oak and truffles. Its tannins have a fruity, meaty structure that evolves into velvety touches of smoke and spices acquired during aging. It should prove ideal with meat, stews, paella, and creamy cheeses.
2010 Torres Sangre de Toro, Catalunya
List price 10.00; our price 8.99
This wine is a blend of 65% Garnacha and 35% Cariñena. It shows rich and complex aromas with clear exuberant notes of spices and blackberries. Velvety tannins are noted on the palate with elegant flavors of licorice and small berry fruits like blueberries and blackcurrants.
2007 Torres Coronas Tempranillo, Catalunya
List price 12.50; our price 10.99
This is the oldest brand Don Juan Torres Casals registered on 7 February 1907. It has recently celebrated its 100th anniversary and is one of the oldest brands in the history of the Spanish wine industry. The traditional Tempranillo varietal is the basis of Coronas, blended with a small proportion of Cabernet Sauvignon. It has lush aromas of cherry and black plums on a background of coffee notes. It is aged in oak barrels to achieve a soft rounded sensation on the palate with a big finish. It is ideal with stews, casseroles and the traditional paella. It also goes well with creamy cheeses.
4:00 to 5:30 pm
$10.00 per person
$5.00 is credited toward purchase of the featured wines below
Home of: www.WineAndSpiritGifts.com
611 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Suite #1, Palm Springs, 92264
760-327-7701, 800-925-0030
facebook.com/DesertWinesAndSpirits
The Sangre de Toro line of wines from Torres is the #1 Spanish brand in its category. The tremendous growth seen in the Spanish category and the Torres brand is due to the fact that consumers and retailers alike have realized that Spain is producing quality wines at good prices. The Quality to Price Ratio of the wines from Miguel Torres is simply what we consider good value. Even as we rise to the Coronas tier and ultimately to the Gran Coronas, the value consideration holds true. In the fall, we will restock the brandies of Torres which replicate the same devotion to value. Although the thrift levels are quite good, the Jaime I bottling at around $100.00 is as close as one gets to brandy heaven.
2010 Torres Sangre de Toro Viña Sol, Catalunya
List price 10.00; our price 8.99
The acidity is in balance, with an almost tropical character in the middle. It has that Spanish white wine lemony quality which is the basis for its charm. The wine is made with Parellada, one of the grapes used in the production of cava, which gives us an opportunity to taste a contributor to wonderful Spanish sparkling wines. It is smooth, rich and crisp on the palate, with plenty of ripe fruity flavors such as apples, banana, pear, and peach. The wine shows notes of flowers combined with delightful touches of mandarin zest citrus on a long, lingering finish. The wine is excellent as an apéritif and with salads, soft cheeses, trout, and seafood in general.
2011 Torres Viña Esmeralda Moscato, Catalunya
List price 14.00; our price 11.99
Torres blends 85 percent Muscat of Alexandria with 15 percent Gewürztraminer to create a highly aromatic effect in this wine. Orange blossom, passion fruit and lychee jump out of the glass, followed by a palate dominated by pink grapefruit and citrus peel. The kick of spice and bright acidity keep it balanced and immensely enjoyable. This wine works well with seafood cocktails, fish and pâtés.
2011 Torres Sangre de Toro Rosé, Catalunya
List price 10.00; our price 8.99
The blend in this wine is 65% Garnacha Tinta and 35% Cariñena. On the nose this wine is a symphony of cherry jam blended with cranberries and strawberries over a background reminiscent of pomegranate, caramel toffee and hints of marzipan. The winemaker has managed to extract the perfumed flavors of grape skins in creating a rosé with good acidity and plenty of character. It is perfect with traditional tapas and charcuterie, as well as vegetable dishes and pasta.
2010 Torres Sangre de Toro Tempranillo, Catalunya
List price 9.00; our price 7.99
The Tempranillo has delicate floral aromas over a background of very ripe fruit, oak and truffles. Its tannins have a fruity, meaty structure that evolves into velvety touches of smoke and spices acquired during aging. It should prove ideal with meat, stews, paella, and creamy cheeses.
2010 Torres Sangre de Toro, Catalunya
List price 10.00; our price 8.99
This wine is a blend of 65% Garnacha and 35% Cariñena. It shows rich and complex aromas with clear exuberant notes of spices and blackberries. Velvety tannins are noted on the palate with elegant flavors of licorice and small berry fruits like blueberries and blackcurrants.
2007 Torres Coronas Tempranillo, Catalunya
List price 12.50; our price 10.99
This is the oldest brand Don Juan Torres Casals registered on 7 February 1907. It has recently celebrated its 100th anniversary and is one of the oldest brands in the history of the Spanish wine industry. The traditional Tempranillo varietal is the basis of Coronas, blended with a small proportion of Cabernet Sauvignon. It has lush aromas of cherry and black plums on a background of coffee notes. It is aged in oak barrels to achieve a soft rounded sensation on the palate with a big finish. It is ideal with stews, casseroles and the traditional paella. It also goes well with creamy cheeses.
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