This red offers solid concentration to the black currant, blackberry, cocoa and leafy flavors nicely structured by a balsamic acidity and muscular tannins. Underpinnings of savory spice, leather, licorice and graphite give complexity through the finish. Drink now through 2028. 1,200 cases made, 150 cases imported.??–GS??Region: Spain / Rioja Select to Add

A plush texture carries warm flavors of mulled plum, clove, toasted walnut and dried orange in this generous red. Firm tannins and balsamic acidity keep this focused. Savory, with an earthy, almost animal, undercurrent. Drink now through 2024. 700 cases made, 100 cases imported.??–TM??Region: Spain / Rioja Select to Add

This plush red delivers a mouthful of plum and currant fruit, with accents of cocoa, licorice and mineral. Well-integrated tannins and fresh acidity give this a solid structure. Bold yet harmonious, in the modern style. Drink now through 2023. 700 cases made, 150 cases imported.??–TM??Region: Spain / Rioja Select to Add

(Rioja Alavesa) Complex aromas of smoke, mineral, wood, vanilla and blackcurrant. Very impressive palate with nice typicity and Rioja character. It has chewy, rich texture, balanced acidity and a long, textured finish. Needs time. Drink from 2013. Alc: n/a. (17.67 points)

A broad-textured red, with dark and spicy plum, cola and fig pudding flavors. The tannins are firm and well-integrated in this rich, balanced, fresh wine. Best from 2011 through 2018. Tasted twice, with consistent notes. 8,000 cases made, 200 cases imported.??–TM??Region: Spain / Rioja Select to Add