Allergic-Info: This wine can contain sulfites
yr. 2019 Tom Cannavan:
87 of 100 Points.
"Tom Cannavan" has rated the wine "Torres Sangre de Toro Original" from the vintage 2019 on 01.01.2021 with 87 of 100 points.
"(2021) The original and classic Spanish red, in production since the 1950s and still with a small plastic bull attached (though these days it's an eco-friendly plastic). It's a blend of mostly Grenache with Carignan. A little darker in colour than Running with Bulls, there's a plum jam note on the nose, perhaps also a little darker in character, a little leather baked in there too. Equally sweet fruited on the palate, the style is remarkably similar really with copious ripe fruits, creamy background tannins and soft acidity for crowd-pleasing appeal."
yr. 2018 Tom Cannavan:
87 of 100 Points.
"Tom Cannavan" has rated the wine "Torres Sangre de Toro Original" from the vintage 2018 on 01.01.2020 with 87 of 100 points.
"(2020) An absolute classic, made by the Torres family in Spain since the 1950s and yes, don't worry, still with a small eco-friendly plastic bull attached, despite the fact this is now under screwcap and thoroughly modern in style. It's a blend of 65% Grenache with 35% Carignan, and has a enjoyale blend of copious, sweet, buoyant red and black fruits that really brough a smile to my face, along with a bit of rustic grip adding some lovely mouthfeel and food friendliness. There's a litte spice, and little briarwood but it finishes balanced and fruity. Watch the video for more information and food matching ideas."
yr. 2016 Falstaff:
88 of 100 Points.
"Falstaff" has rated the wine "Torres Sangre de Toro Original" from the vintage 2016 on 01.07.2018 with 88 of 100 points.
"Kräftiges Rubingranat, violette Reflexe, dezenter Ockerrand. Zart kräuterwürzig unterlegtes rotes Waldbeerkonfit, tabakige Nuancen. Mittlerer Körper, zart nach Feigen, runde Tannine, dezente Fruchtsüße, mineralischer Nachhall, universell einsetzbar."
yr. 2014 Guia Penin:
87 of 100 Points.
"Guia Penin" has rated the wine "Torres Sangre de Toro Original" from the vintage 2014 on 01.06.2016 with 87 of 100 points.
"Colour: bright cherry. Nose: ripe fruit, sweet spices, creamy oak. Palate: flavourful, fruity, round tannins."
yr. 2013 Guia Penin:
86 of 100 Points.
"Guia Penin" has rated the wine "Torres Sangre de Toro Original" from the vintage 2013 on 01.06.2015 with 86 of 100 points.
"Colour: deep cherry, garnet rim. Nose: spicy, ripe fruit, dried herbs. Palate: flavourful, fruity, easy to drink, good finish."
yr. 2010 Wine Enthusiast:
85 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Torres Sangre de Toro Original" from the vintage 2010 on 01.07.2014 with 85 of 100 points.
"Moderately leafy and brambly smelling, this is supported by its berry aroma. It feels edgy and juicy, with tangy, herbal raspberry and plum flavors. The finish is quick and snappy, with a hint of tomato and lasting green flavor."
yr. 2012 Guia Penin:
86 of 100 Points.
"Guia Penin" has rated the wine "Torres Sangre de Toro Original" from the vintage 2012 on 01.06.2014 with 86 of 100 points.
"Colour: Cherry, garnet rim. Nose: ripe fruit, balsamic herbs, creamy oak. Palate: spicy, long, balanced."
yr. 2009 Wine Enthusiast:
86 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Torres Sangre de Toro Original" from the vintage 2009 on 01.07.2013 with 86 of 100 points.
"A bit minty and sharp on the bouquet, with a tight, angular palate featuring red plum, spice and cherry flavors. Juicy, bright, active and zesty, with some scour to the finish. Gets better as it breathes."
yr. 2011 Guia Penin:
87 of 100 Points.
"Guia Penin" has rated the wine "Torres Sangre de Toro Original" from the vintage 2011 on 01.06.2013 with 87 of 100 points.
"Colour: Cherry, garnet rim. Nose: ripe fruit, spicy, creamy oak, toasty. Palate: powerful, flavourful, toasty."
yr. 2010 Guia Penin:
87 of 100 Points.
"Guia Penin" has rated the wine "Torres Sangre de Toro Original" from the vintage 2010 on 01.06.2012 with 87 of 100 points.
"Colour: Cherry, garnet rim. Nose: ripe fruit, spicy, candied fruit. Palate: balanced, ripe fruit, good acidity."
yr. 2007 Wine Enthusiast:
85 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Torres Sangre de Toro Original" from the vintage 2007 on 01.01.2011 with 85 of 100 points.
"Starts with peppery, leafy aromas that morph toward dry and earthy. The palate, like with all of Torres' basic '07 wines, is crisp and acidic, which brings tang to the wine's red cherry and plum flavors. Spicy, peppery and fresh on the finish."
yr. 2006 Wine Enthusiast:
86 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Torres Sangre de Toro Original" from the vintage 2006 on 01.01.2009 with 86 of 100 points.
"A perennial Best Buy, Sangre de Toro always delivers a quality red-wine experience that does not bowl you over. Here the aromas are light and jammy, with strawberry. The body is medium in weight and intensity, with pure but basic cherry, raspberry and plum flavors. Like all other parts of the wine, the finish is easy and clean, with carry-over flavors of berry fruit."
yr. 2005 Wine Enthusiast:
86 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Torres Sangre de Toro Original" from the vintage 2005 on 01.01.2008 with 86 of 100 points.
"Stocky and warm, with mild baked-fruit aromas and a hint of bramble. This venerable table wine is made fromGarnacha and 35 Cariñena, and from 2005 it's pretty much on the money. Expect earthy, mildly brambly flavors, lively acidity and soft tannins. Good for a wide range of simple foods and appetizers."
yr. 2002 Wine Enthusiast:
84 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Torres Sangre de Toro Original" from the vintage 2002 on 01.01.2004 with 84 of 100 points.
"Open and a bit hot, with raspberry, cherry and bold acidity. The body is full, bordering on chunky and big. There's little in the way of nuance in this bistro-style red, but it taste nice and will wash down munchies like chorizo or pizza with no problem."
yr. 2001 Wine Enthusiast:
84 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Torres Sangre de Toro Original" from the vintage 2001 on 01.01.2003 with 84 of 100 points.
"If your local wine shop carries a single Spanish wine, this one's probably it--and it's no wonder why. This Garnacha-Cariñena blend is an easy quaffer, Beaujolais-weight, and probably best appreciated by wine newbies who like a little sweetness in their glass. It offers raspberry, plum and strawberry flavors, kept in check by a dose of oak. Drink now. --D.M."
yr. 2000 Wine Enthusiast:
84 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Torres Sangre de Toro Original" from the vintage 2000 on 01.01.2002 with 84 of 100 points.
"Earth, mushroom and raspberry aromas open the show for this popular blend of Garnacha and Cariñena. Red raspberry flavors are most prominent on the palate, while the chunky finish is big but not terribly classy. This seems too awkward to rate higher, but it does have its merits."
yr. 1999 Wine Enthusiast:
83 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Torres Sangre de Toro Original" from the vintage 1999 on 01.01.2002 with 83 of 100 points.
"Barnyardy-earthy aromas dominate this wine's nose; the palate offers mostly blackberry and sweet cream flavors, plus a smooth mouthfeel. Finishes tart, with herb, lemon and cheese flavors.GarnachaCariñena."
yr. 2019 Decanter World Wine Awards:
93 of 100 Points.
"Decanter World Wine Awards" has rated the wine "Torres Sangre de Toro Original" from the vintage 2019 on 01.01.2021 with 93 of 100 points.
yr. 2015 Jeannie Cho Lee:
89 of 100 Points.
"Jeannie Cho Lee" has rated the wine "Torres Sangre de Toro Original" from the vintage 2015 on 01.07.2017 with 89 of 100 points.
yr. 2007 Wine Spectator:
86 of 100 Points.
"Wine Spectator" has rated the wine "Torres Sangre de Toro Original" from the vintage 2007 on 01.06.2010 with 86 of 100 points.
yr. 2006 Wine Spectator:
81 of 100 Points.
"Wine Spectator" has rated the wine "Torres Sangre de Toro Original" from the vintage 2006 on 01.06.2008 with 81 of 100 points.
yr. 2003 Wine & Spirits Magazine:
85 of 100 Points.
"Wine & Spirits Magazine" has rated the wine "Torres Sangre de Toro Original" from the vintage 2003 on 01.10.2005 with 85 of 100 points.
yr. 2003 Wine Spectator:
83 of 100 Points.
"Wine Spectator" has rated the wine "Torres Sangre de Toro Original" from the vintage 2003 on 01.12.2004 with 83 of 100 points.
