"Superbly fruited and sweetly fragrant" Wine Orbit
"Wonderfully enhanced by juicy fruit intensity and velvety texture" Wine Orbit
Enjoy on its own or with boldly flavoured pasta dishes or spicy meat skewers
Matsu 'El Picaro' Tempranillo 2016 (Spain)
Matsu 'El Picaro' Tempranillo 2016 (Spain)
Accolades
Awarded 94/100 Points
Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, Aug 2018
Awarded 93/100 Points
Cameron Douglas, Mar 2018
Awarded Silver Medal
International Wine & Spirits Competition 2017
Description
"Made with very old vines of the Tempranillo variety - this wine displays aromas, flavours and textures of plush black and blue fruits reminding me of ripe blackcurrant and black cherry the most; sweet meats with a chorizo moment then some hints of oak with dark spices and ans touch of licorice root or black candy. Firm and dry on the palate with an abundance of tannins, medium acidity, medium+ weight and long juicy finish. drink now and through 2024" Cameron Douglas, Mar 2018
"Made from 100% tempranillo, it is superbly fruited and sweetly fragrant on the nose showing dark plum, mixed berry compote, violet, cocoa and toasted nut aromas. The palate delivers excellent concentration and succulent mouthfeel, wonderfully enhanced by juicy fruit intensity and velvety texture, leading to a lengthy delectable finish. Sumptuous and hugely appealing. At its best: now to 2021" Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, Aug 2018
Vivid crimson-purple in the glass. Aromas are of ripe blackberries and raspberries, with subtle hints of fresh cocoa. The palate is bold yet supple, with ripe tannins and a mineral grip.
Matsu is the Japanese word for 'wait', and the winery's philosophy is one of patience and environmental harmony. Picaro means 'rogue' or 'rascal', and this rapscallion of a wine is a youthful interpretation of the Toro region's style. The grapes come from mature vines of over 50 years of age, but the wine spends only three months in oak, preserving their natural fruit profile.
Food Pairing: Enjoy on its own or with boldly flavoured pasta dishes or spicy meat skewers.
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