The 2009 Abadia de San Quirce Crianza is pure Tempranillo from head-pruned, old vines aged 16 months in barrel. It shows plenty of roasted notes, including aromas of beef and blackberries. It has a medium to full-bodied palate with firm tannins and juicy, grapy flavors, ending quite long. This is a good crianza sold at a good price. Drink now-2015. Importer: USA Wine West Chapillon, Portland, ME; tel. (207) 772-2074

Black cherry, toast, light coffee and dried herb flavors mingle in this balanced red, with juicy acidity and well-integrated tannins. Modest in character but graceful in structure. Drink now through 2017. 7,000 cases made, 120 cases imported.??–TM??Region: Spain / Ribera del Duero Select to Add