The2009 Roble was aged for 7 months in seasoned French and American oak. Purple-colored, it gives up a first-class perfume of mineral, Asian spices, violets, and lightly roasted black fruits. This is followed by a succulent, full-flavored, voluminous wine with excellent balance and a long, fruit-filled finish. It is an outstanding value that over-delivers in a big way as well as a sneak preview of just how good the top wines from Ribera del Duero will be when released 2-3 years from now. (Released 2-3 years from now. )There was hail in Ribera del Duero in 2007 to the extent that Bodegas Vizcarra Ramos did not produce their two top cuvees.

This smooth red offers flavors of blackberry and black cherry that are a bit jammy, with chocolate and espresso notes that turn slightly bitter. Drink now through 2014. 3,000 cases made, 1,000 cases imported.??–TM??Region: Spain / Ribera del Duero Select to Add