Bodegas Caro, Caro Vintage:2005 25% whole cluster)

25% whole cluster)

well-balanced and firm finale

(the proportions have changed again and in 2018 are in a 35/65% proportion from Les Languettes in Aloxe and En Charlemagne in Pernand)

dried herbs and earthy layers

in the Masdeu zone above the Scala Dei Monastery (not in Torroja at all

Bodegas Caro, Caro Vintage:2005 25% whole cluster)The 2009 Caro Blend is made up of 60% Malbec and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon aged for 18 months in 80% new French oak. A glass coating opaque purple color, it is a serious wine with a Bordeaux like personality. Captivating aromas of sandalwood, exotic spices, violets, leather, and assorted black fruits titillate the nose while pointing to a full bodied, plush, layered wine that manages to stay light on its feet despite its size. It is the best Caro that I