Even better is the 2001 Gran Reserva (from a superior vintage). Deeper in color than the 2003 and with greater complexity both aromatically and on the palate, this outstanding value will provide pleasure for both mind and body over the next 6-8 years. Importer: Well Oiled Wine Company, Leesburg, VA; Tel: (703) 725-9022

The 2000 Gran Reserva Aged 10 Years delivers a captivating bouquet, the product of a good vintage and extended aging in barrel and bottle. Notes of Asian spices, incense, cigar box, lavender, red licorice, and confiture of black cherry lead to a silky textured wine with savory flavors, excellent balance, and no hard edges. Drink this outstanding value over the next 6 years. The Anciano wines are produced by Bodegas Navalon from 100% Tempranillo grapes. Importer: Well Oiled Wine Company, Leesburg, VA; www.welloiledwineco.com

The 1998 Anciano “Aged 10 Years” is 100% Tempranillo matured in French and American barriques. Dark ruby-colored with a brick rim, it offers up an expressive bouquet of vanilla, earth notes, leather, spice box, and blackberry. This leads to a medium-bodied wine with notes of licorice, espresso, and fruit compote emerging on the palate. Quite rich and full-flavored, this elegant effort will drink well over the next four years. Importer: Well Oiled Wine Company, Leesburg, VA; tel. (703) 771-6300