I went to the cellar one night last week as I was in the mood for a good Spanish wine and came out with this older vintage of a wine I've found to be pretty exceptional for its price range. The 1999 Numanthia Termes Toro did not disappoint. I've had the 2004 when it was quite young, and loved it though the wine at that time still showed some oak. This aged vintage had fully integrated the oak, and still had plenty of dark fruit flavors. It was really in a great spot, not overpowering but still with plenty to offer.
This is the entry-level wine from Numanthia (their namesake Numanthia is the next step up, with the luxury cuvee Termanthia among the elite level of Spanish wines) but it is no slouch. The wine has gotten consistently good reviews in most recent vintages, and is usually still priced under $25. I've got a few bottles of other vintages still waiting, and definitely recommend that anyone looking for a really top-level wine without breaking the bank should try these wines.
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