The 2005 Propriedad is composed of 60% Garnacha and 40% Tempranillo aged for 14 months in mostly French oak and was bottled unfiltered. Dark ruby-colored, it presents an enticing perfume of smoke, pencil lead, spice box, flowers, black cherry, and blackberry. Medium to full-bodied, the wine delivers plenty of ripe fruit, excellent balance, and enough structure to evolve for 1-2 years. However, this elegant wine can be enjoyed now and over the next 8-10 years. Importer: Folio Fine Wine Partners, Napa, CA; www.foliowine.com

This firm red shows a mineral, almost metallic edge, with toast, coffee and plum flavors. A bit austere, but balanced, and shows more fruit with air. Drink now through 2009. 500 cases imported.??–TM??Region: Spain / Rioja Select to Add