Teso la Monja Alabaster 2010 (750ML)

95 WA / 95 WE / 95 VM / 93 WS

The 2010 Alabaster was cropped even lower than the 2011 at seven hectoliters per hectare and later on October 9 and 10. The bouquet is tightly wound at the moment, with lifted black cherries, blueberry and a scent of cold stone, though there is some oak to be absorbed. The palate is medium-bodied with fine, supple tannins, crisp acidity and a fine sense of symmetry towards the persistent finish, with white pepper enlivening the aftertaste. This is another great wine from Teso La Monja Drink 2016-2028. Neal Martin – The Wine Advocate

Pure blackberry, cola, licorice and vanilla aromas form the base of an alluring, impressive bouquet. A layered, tannic palate is next up, followed by complex flavors of toast, mocha, black fruit, licorice and pepper. Density and firm tannins drive the finish, which tastes like bitter chocolate and espresso. This powerful Toro will be at its best from 2015–2020. — Michael Schachner, Wine Enthusiast

Inky ruby. A powerfully scented bouquet displays smoky blackberry, cherry compote, vanilla and dried rose. Sappy, liqueur-like dark berry flavors gain freshness with aeration, taking a turn to zesty raspberry and floral pastilles. Impressively focused and energetic for a wine of such size, finishing with excellent lift and snap. Josh Raynolds – Vinous Media

This plush, modern red delivers complex and harmonious flavors with density and depth, yet remains graceful through the long, spicy finish, offering notes of black cherry, floral, espresso, mineral and sanguine over well-integrated tannins.-Thomas Matthews, Wine Spectator