From 40- to 70-year-old Tinto Fino vines from Quintana del Pidio, the 2011 El Quintanal has a slightly reduced, tinny bouquet. The palate is very compact and primal with chunky, brazen tannins on the finish neatly complemented by some juicy black fruit. Once that nose is given bottle- age to open, this will be a fine, easy-drinking Ribera del Duero wine. Drink 2014-2018. Importer: Carlos Montalvo, Fine Wine Imports, San Juan, PR; tel. (787) 782-8008

This set of wines (all 100% Tempranillo) from Cillar de Silos located in Ribera del Duero is impressive from top to bottom. The 2005 El Quintanal comes from younger vines and is aged 4 months in used French oak. It has a notably deep purple color, a fruity nose of spice, plums, and blueberry, and layers of flavor in its full-bodied personality. Drink this satisfying bargain over the next 1-2 years. Importer: Carlos Montalvo, Fine Wine Imports, San Juan, PR; tel. (787) 782-8008