The 2007 Camparron Crianza is 100% Tinta de Toro aged for 6 months in American oak and 24 months in bottle prior to release. It exhibits an attractive nose of cedar, tobacco, mineral, earth notes, and red fruits. Medium- to full-bodied on the palate, it offers up excellent depth and concentration, savory red fruit flavors, plenty of spice, and a lengthy, pure finish. Although it may well evolve for 1-2 years, it can be enjoyed now and over the next 5-7 years. Importer: Christophe Chapillon; www.chapillon.com

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The 2003 Camparron Crianza was aged for 6 months in American oak. It elevates the spice component a bit and there is plenty of black cherry and blackberry flavor in this supple-textured effort. It also delivers good ripeness and balance. Drink it over the next 1-2 years. It is an excellent value.Importer: Anders Arribas, Wine Associates Inc., Whitehouse Station, NJ; tel. (908) 534-8946