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Robin Garr of The Wine Lovers Page included the following review of Mas d'en Pol in his daily e-mail newsletter, the 30 Second Wine Advisor on 22nd March 2006:
CLUA 2004 "MAS D'EN POL" TERRA ALTA ($10)
A blend of 50 percent Grenache (Garnatxa Negre in Catalan), 20 percent Syrah, 15 percent Merlot and 15 percent Cabernet Sauvignon, this is an inky blackish-purple wine with a clear garnet edge. Earthy raspberries add an appealing mineral note of red clay in the aroma; ripe red plums and tart cherries cloak a firm acidic core. Very good wine, particularly for this low-end price. U.S. importer: Locally from Bluegrass-Catalunya International, Louisville; also Oriel Wines in New York. (March 15, 2006)
FOOD MATCH: Its combination of fruit and earth made it a beautiful match for a reasonably successful home interpretation of Cuban lechon asada, citrus-marinated roast pork.
VALUE: One of my top buys of the year for $10.
WHEN TO DRINK: Although I have no track record with this wine and not a great deal with Terra Alta, its fruit and balance and varietal component reassure me that it should hold up well for several years; but it's drinking beautifully now and clearly meant for short-term consumption.
