Museum Crianza 2003
Grape type: 100 percent tinta del pais
The story:The Cigales D.O. rated the 2003 vintage as excellent... but then again, those clowns dug "Glitter," too. The wine spent 20 months in American and French oak, with frequent rackings. Rackings, by the way, is one of my favorite wine terms.
What it tastes like: The tannins are somewhat harsh at first, but finishes pretty smoothly. It's got a pleasant coffee quality to it, with some coconut too.
What to serve it with: Venison, lamb or venison and lamb-flavored tofu
Song pairing: "If You Let Me Stay" by Terence Trent D'Arby
The price: $18
