The 2008 Crianza, a blend of 83% Tempranillo, 15% Garnacha and 2% Mazuelo aged for 12 months in American and French oak, has a light strawberry and raspberry bouquet with faint, tertiary notes developing in the glass. The palate is crisp and light, but finishes a little leaner than expected. Drink now. Importer: Henry Wine Group, Benicia, CA; www.henrywinegroup.com

Fresh and supple, this nervy red delivers cherry, cranberry, spice and licorice flavors, with a syrupy note that intensifies the fruit. This is smooth, but has drive. Tempranillo, Garnacha and Mazuelo. Drink now through 2015. 300,000 cases made, 3,500 cases imported.??–TM??Region: Spain / Rioja Select to Add