The 2005 Mas d’En Compte Planots is 50% Garnacha and 50% Carinena from 100+-year-old vines aged in new French oak for 16 months. Purple-colored, the nose is more fruit confit than spice cabinet along with notes of wild blueberry and blackberry. This is followed by a ripe, totally hedonistic wine with extreme length and a decade of cellaring potential. While it will be hard to resist young, patient purchasers will be well rewarded. Importer: Eric Solomon, European Cellars, Charlotte, NC; tel. (704) 358-1565

Plum, chocolate and cola flavors mingle in this round, firm red. Mineral and earth accents add depth. A bit reserved now, but harmonious and rich. Best from 2008 through 2018.??–TM??Region: Spain / Priorat Select to Add