The 2010 Valdehermoso comes from vines between 10 and 25 years in age within the ambit of Roa and aged mainly in French oak. There is a touch of brettanomyces on the nose, although the palate has plenty of sweet, slightly saccharine red berry fruit and a sweet clean finish. Drink now.
I was very impressed by the wines of Bodegas y Vinedos Valderiz: mostly Ribera del Dueros with character, precision and vivacity. These are well worth seeking out.
Importer: Christopher Campbell, C & P Wines, New York, NY; tel. (917) 846-1708