A barrel sample of the 2009 Cenit was even more striking. Opulent, powerful yet elegant, and impeccably balanced, this superb offering from a great vintage will raise the bar to unparalleled heights for this region. The importer also presented the entire series of Cenits dating back to the first vintage in 2003 (all of which have been previously reviewed in this journal). Suffice it to say that they are all showing well and continuing to evolve.(Not yet released)Tierra del Vino de Zamora should have been included in the Toro DO but was overlooked when the boundaries were drawn. It is located approximately 40 kilometers south of Toro. Vinas del Cenit has 97 acres of Tempranillo vines, 15% of which are ungrafted and over 100+ years of age.Importer: Aviva Vino, New York, NY; Tel. (212) 244-4495

The 2009 Aleo is a different selection of vineyards with the wine spending 10 months in French oak. It displays a similar aromatic profile but is rounder, richer, and a bit more structured on the palate. It will evolve for 2-3 years and drink well through 2019. It is also a superb value. Tierra del Vino de Zamora should have been included in the Toro DO but was overlooked when the boundaries were drawn. It is located approximately 40 kilometers south of Toro. Vinas del Cenit has 97 acres of Tempranillo vines, 15% of which are ungrafted and over 100+ years of age.Importer: Aviva Vino, New York, NY; Tel. (212) 244-4495