The 2005 QDM Bastardo was sourced from a single vineyard and spent 14 months in French oak. Earthy minerals and complex red fruit aromas lead to a remarkably concentrated offering that exemplifies finesse. Long and pure, this silky, elegant wine is pure pleasure. Drink it over the next 6-8 years. Quinta de Muradella, located in the town of Verin in the Monterrei DO, is a garage winery where proprietor Jose Luis Mateo and Raul Perez make wine from 34 unique, certified organic, parcels. A principal purpose of the project is to relate the history of the region through the wines. That fascinating story goes beyond the scope of this report, but Ole Imports has it available to those interested. Importer: Ole Imports, New Rochelle, NY; www.oleimports.com