Surprisingly, the 2007 Norte is muted on the nose, but it unfurls nicely with aeration to reveal hints of orange blossom and briary. The palate is medium-bodied with firm, grainy tannins supporting the black, licorice-tinged fruit. It has impressive weight towards the attacking finish and should continue to improve over the next two or three years. Drink now-2019. Importer: Aurelio Cabestrero, Grapes of Spain, Lorton, VA; Tel. (571)-642-0343