The 2005 Reserva is a blend of 65% Tempranillo, 30% Merlot, and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon aged for 14 months in French oak. It proffers an already complex nose of earthy minerals, Asian spices, incense, leather, lavender, and assorted black fruits. Velvety-textured, spicy, and layered, it has enough underlying structure to evolve for 2-3 years. The finish is seamless and lengthy. This nicely rendered effort will deliver optimum drinking from 2015 to 2025+. All of the new releases from Chivite Collecion 125 merit outstanding ratings.Importer: Peter Deutsch, Spain Wine Collection, Congers, NY; Tel. (631) 833-6102