Lujuria hails from Yecla, a lesser-known region than its immediate neighbors, Jumilla, Almansa and Alicante. This wine is considerably more complex on the nose than expected, with aromas of jammy dark red and black fruits, dill, licorice, coffee and a dusty component. Although a bit simpler on the palate, the red and black fruits, coffee and herbaceous elements come through and tie in nicely with its acid and tannins. Easily a Tuesday-night-with-leftovers wine that I’d buy again.
WHO Bodegas y Vinedos del Mediterraneo
WHAT Lujuria (70% Monastrell/30% Merlot)
WHERE Spain, Yecla DO
WHEN 2006
HOW MUCH $9.99
