Spicy and rubbery at first, with aromas of bacon and earthy berry fruit. Staunch across the tongue, with cola, carob and cassis flavors. Becomes leaner and more racy as it finishes, with rooty, herbal flavors. 50% Tempranillo with 30% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon.——M.S.(11/1/2011)—— 88