Oak and spice notes overshadow cherry and chocolate flavors, and the tannins stick out a bit on the finish. Cabernet Sauvignon, Tempranillo, Syrah and Merlot. Drink now. 200 cases made, 200 cases imported.??–AN??Region: Spain / Alicante Select to Add

The 2005 Leva Daniel’s is composed of 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Tempranillo, 15% Syrah, and 15% Merlot. It was aged for 1 year in 50% new oak. It is inky purple with a very spicy bouquet of pain grille, pencil lead, black fruits, and blueberry. Medium to full-bodied, the wine is still tightly wound but well-balanced. There is ample spicy fruit and good integration of the component parts but it will need 3-5 years of cellaring to reveal its full potential. Importer: Aurelio Cabestrero, Grapes of Spain, Lorton, VA; tel. (571) 642-0343

A floral red, with flavors of roasted plum, black cherry syrup and toast supported by lightly chewy tannins. Drink now. 200 cases made, 200 cases imported.??–null??Region: Spain / Alicante Select to Add

The 2004 Leva Daniel is a blend of 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Tempranillo, 15% Syrah, and 15% Merlot aged for one year in 50% new and 50% one year French oak and bottled unfiltered. Opaque purple-colored, it has an expressive nose of pain grille, pencil lead, smoke, black currants, and blackberry liqueur. The wine’s firm personality is notable for plentiful, spicy black fruits, layered flavors, decently integrated tannins, and a lengthy finish. Cellar this solid effort for 3-4 years and drink it through 2017. Importer: Aurelio Cabestrero, Grapes of Spain, Lorton, VA; tel. 571.642.0343 fax (571) 642-0505