The 2005 M2 is Tempranillo from Ribera del Duero aged for 14 months in 50% new French oak. It surrenders a superb aromatic array of smoke, grilled meat, incense, espresso, and assorted black fruits. Opulent on the palate, it is loaded with succulent fruit and spice. Nicely balanced and built for pleasure, it could be the perfect match for barbecued baby back ribs. Drink this rich offering through 2020. The talented Telmo Rodriguez makes a wide range of high quality wines from both ends of the price spectrum. Importer: Michael Quinttus, Vintus Wines; www.vintuswines.com

Plush and sweet, this ripe, oaky red offers kirsch, vanilla and cola flavors in a thick, supple texture. Floral and mineral notes add interest. Drink now through 2012. 200 cases imported.??–TM??Region: Spain / Ribera del Duero Select to Add

Big and dark, with cola, forest floor and other dark, secure aromas. The palate is young and burly, with ripe blackberry, cola and coffee flavors. As you’d expect, it’s a bit more narrow than Matallana’s top wine, but it’s still round, long and not difficult to like. Classic modern RDD; dark and sultry. Drink now through 2011.——M.S.(4/1/2009)—— 91