title: Enrique Mendoza 2002 Reserva Santa Rosa Red (Alicante)
description: A little bramble and pickle on the nose tells us that this may never have gotten 100% ripe and over the top. Still, we admire and are intrigued by this Alicante blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% each of Syrah and Merlot. Feelwise, it's a little bit chunky but hardly fat, and the flavors are plummy, red and a touch sharp in the middle. Drink now.
variety: Red Blend
designation: Reserva Santa Rosa