The 2005 Aljibes Tinto is a blend of 35% Merlot, 35% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 30% Cabernet Franc aged for 12 months in French and American oak. Deep purple in color, it offers up an enticing nose of cinnamon, clove, vanilla, tobacco, violets, black currant, and blackberry. This is followed by a spicy, intense, elegant red that over-delivers in a big way. Drink this lengthy effort from 2012 to 2020. These new releases from Bodega Los Aljibes demonstrate what can be achieved by talented vignerons working in selected regions of La Mancha. Bodegas Los Aljibes is one of the up-and-coming stars of La Mancha. Importer: Casa Ventura Imports, Bellingham, WA; Tel. (360) 303-1760