Vinos Jeromin Manu 2005

This wine was the only wine that wasn't all Tempranillo, though it has some in it, instead being a blend from the Madrid area. 40% Syrah, 40% Garnacha, with some Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot. The nose has tobacco, smoke, tar, pencil lead, bacon, and was a dark blue/purple color. It has sort of an odd nose in some ways, with a lot of fruit and minerality, but it seemed a bit different than the last two times I've had it. It was opaque, but thin in the mouth. I was honestly disappointed with this wine, as it has been a favorite in previous tastings. This is a wine I liked in the past, with components I like still showing, but it didn't hold together. The first time I had it a year ago it was fabulous, the second time at New Years it was good, and this time it was only OK. It got a 93 from the Wine Advocate, and it was well deserved the first times, but this time I think I'd rate it an 89 or 90. At $70 I expect better. Tasted February 20, 2009.