LET’S OPEN A BOTTLE 9: D.O. Toro

March 03, 2023 00:11:58
LET’S OPEN A BOTTLE 9: D.O. Toro
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LET’S OPEN A BOTTLE 9: D.O. Toro

Mar 03 2023 | 00:11:58

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Show Notes

If you haven’t already tried it, it’s time you gave wines from Toro, especially red wine, a go. These are classics from Spain. Some even assert they were the first to reach the New World. They are bold and full of personality. The name, which actually refers to a town, aptly describes their boldness. In […]

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