The 2010 Amaya Arzuaga, is Tempranillo with 5% Albillo fermented in whole-clusters that were foot- trodden and aged in 14 new French oak barrels for 19 months. It has a flowery, showy nose with aromas of violets, and blueberries, is quite balsamic, with touches of mint, cola nut, sweet spices and smoke from the barrels. The palate is full-bodied with sophisticated tannins and good freshness and acidity. Very long. This is a Ribera with elegance and power and everything needed to have a long life in bottle. As all wines from Arzuaga, it is quite oaky, but here patience will surely pay off. Spectacular! Drink 2015-2025. Arzuaga-Navarro offers a parade of very well-crafted, well-oaked commercial wines of great success. The Amaya label feels different, though. Importers: Frederic Wildman Selections, New York, NY; tel. (212)355-0700, www.fredericwildman.com and United Cellars Inc, Doral, FL; tel. (305) 591-1416