The former winemaker from Vega Sicilia is involved with this new project with the Tinta de Toro grape. Five-hundred cases have been released for the USA. Completely aged in 100% new French oak, this wine is a Pomerol-like, lush effort with gobs of black raspberry and cherry fruit meshed with toasty new oak. From its saturated dark ruby/purple color, to its gorgeously rich flavors, opulent texture, and low acid, fleshy finish, this is a pleasure-filled wine to enjoy over the next 5-8 years, although I suspect it will last longer. Importer: Jorge Ordonez, Fine Estates From Spain, Dedham, MA; tel. (781) 461-5767. Also a Christopher Cannan Selection, imported by Europvin USA, Watertown, MA; tel. (617) 924-7620