The 2010 VS is a special selection of Tempranillo from two plots of older vineyards, one in Transpinedo and another one Tudela de Duero (La Oliva), aged for 36 months in oak barrels (including malo) with a classical blend of 80% French oak and the rest American. Spicy and mineral, subtler and more elegant, this 2010 has a gobsmacking balance with lots of tannins, concentration and acidity, but all of it in great harmony. I see the 2010 as a modern version of the 1996, which remains the hallmark for this bottling. It will be fascinating to taste them side-by-side in some years, as the 1996 is still fresh and young. It should have a long life in bottle. And of the best VS ever. At this quality level, the price looks certainly attractive. 25,000 bottles.

Plush and ripe, this modern red offers toast, cocoa and spice flavors that give way to blackberry and licorice notes, with light tannins and a touch of balsamic acidity. Expressive, if a bit blowsy. Drink now through 2018. Tasted twice, with consistent notes. 2,000 cases made.??–TM??Region: Spain / Vi?o de la Tierra de Castilla y León Select to Add