The 2011 TSM makes a reference to the grapes used, 75% Tempranillo, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot and feels serious and concentrated with minty and smoky aromas, plenty of spices and ripe black fruit. The palate is full-bodied, with abundant, grainy tannins that would benefit from time in bottle. Drink 2014-2018. I tasted some heavyweight bottles from Carmelo Rodero and was generally impressed with what I saw. Importer: Quigley Fine Wines, Oceanside, CA; tel. (619) 501-8555, www.quigleyfinewines.com

Rich and seamless, this plush red offers black cherry, boysenberry, chocolate and toasty flavors that mingle over well-integrated tannins, showing enough acidity for freshness. Deep and expressive, gentle and harmonious. Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Drink now through 2025. 400 cases made, 75 cases imported.??–TM??Region: Spain / Ribera del Duero Select to Add