Tu Hablas Espanol?

Probably not Spanish but Catalan, at least in Barcelona. A quick rundown on 4 different Spanish wines i've had over the past few weeks.

Who can afford $20 California wines these days to drink on a daily to weekly basis? Times are tough, my Roth Ira ain't look good these days and 3% returns from Stability of Principal is not doing it for big Rich. Wheres a federal reserve bailout when you need one?


A Venta Mazzaron tempranillo. Smelled heavy on the coffee and tobacco, probably the first time I could actually discern those notes, tasted as such as well. A tad sweet and medium bodied but really good.


A Vina Nora albarino. Supposed to be the queen white grape varietal in Spain. Not feeling this one, really acidic.


An Allende rioja. Don't remember too much but I do remember I liked it. Hope that helps.


A Juan Gil jumillia. Not feeling this one.

All wines purchased for about $10 at Costco.