Touran Garnacha Campo De Borja 2019 750ml

Touran represents a more traditional approach to Campo de Borja Garnacha, showcasing what careful aging can bring to this sometimes rustic variety. The 2019 vintage, now showing beautiful development, demonstrates how a few years in bottle can transform powerful Garnacha into something more nuanced and complex while maintaining the region's characteristic intensity.

The wine has evolved to show a deep garnet color with hints of brick at the rim. On the nose, the initial youthful exuberance has given way to more complex aromas—dried cherries and figs mingle with leather, tobacco, and sweet spices. The fruit remains present but has shifted from fresh to preserved characteristics, while secondary development brings notes of mushroom, earth, and dried herbs. Subtle vanilla and cedar from oak aging have fully integrated, adding complexity without domination.

The palate reveals the benefits of patient cellaring. The once-aggressive tannins have softened to a velvety texture, creating a wine that caresses rather than grips. Flavors of dried red fruits, leather, and spice create a classic profile, while maintained acidity keeps everything fresh despite the wine's evolution. The alcohol, which might have seemed hot in youth, has fully integrated, creating seamless harmony. Mid-palate, notes of tobacco, dried herbs, and earth add layers that reward attention.

Touran 2019 proves that even modest Campo de Borja can evolve beautifully with time. This is no longer a simple fruit bomb but rather a complex, mature wine that offers genuine interest. The finish is long and satisfying, with alternating waves of fruit and savory notes. Perfect autumn/winter drinking, ideal with roasted meats, stews, or aged cheeses. A reminder that Spanish Garnacha's ageability is often underestimated and that patience can transform even everyday wines into something special.