The 2009 Seleccio Vinyes Velles is a blend of 60% Garnacha, 25% Carinena, and the rest Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Tempranillo aged for 8 months in French oak (25% new.) It has a sensual bouquet of crushed strawberry, raspberry and maraschino with very well-integrated oak. The palate has good volume and weight on the entry with crisp, ripe red currant, raspberry and Morello fruit underpinned by a crisp, citric thread of acidity. This wine is light on its feet but delivers intense flavours that are very satisfying. Drink now-2018. Celler Marti Fabra has been owned by the same family since 1293 and apparently, they are in possession of documents that indicate vines as far back as 1305 (vintage unavailable here.) The unfertile slate soils offer minerality to their wines and yields are kept naturally low. They focus primarily on Garnacha and Carinena, plus a little Moscatel. Importers: Jorge Ordonez, Fine Estates From Spain, MA; tel. (781) 461-5767 and www.indigowine.com in the UK.