The purple-colored 2006 Finca La Moneda is a blend of 60% Merlot, 30% Syrah, and 10% Garnacha aged in oak for 12 months. Cedar, cinnamon, clove, cassis, and blueberry aromas inform the nose of this lean, racy, tasty red. Enjoy it over the next 6-8 years. Bodegas y Vinedos Alzania was started in 1999 by owner/winemaker Jose Manuel. The wines are made from estate-grown fruit with total production under 4000 cases.Importer: Bon Vivant Imports; Tel. (435) 654-3711

The purple-colored 2005 Finca La Moneda, a blend of 60% Merlot, 30% Syrah, and 10% Garnacha aged in barrel for 12 months. It emits an already complex perfume of Asian spices, violets, cedar, black cherry, and black currant. On the palate it displays a Bordeaux-like personality with a supple texture, pure, savory fruit, some elegance, and 1-2 years of aging potential. Drink this lengthy effort from 2012 to 2020. Importer: Brad Jensen, Bon Vivant Imports; www.bonvivantimports.com