The 2012 Crianza was quite reduced when poured. It has 5% Cabernet Sauvignon to complement the Tempranillo, and it matured for 17 months in oak barrels without racking, which makes me wonder if it's the reason for the reductive character. It is a lot less oaky than the previous vintage, but it needs some time to breathe. It feels quite fresh and fruity with a soft texture and ripe tannins, quite easy and pleasant to drink after that reduction blows off. Decant in advance. 75,000 bottles produced.

The 2010 Crianza has aromas of beef blood and sweet red fruit, showing evolution. The palate is medium-bodied with soft tannins, and is easy to drink with food like lamb chops. It ends slightly bitter and dry. Drink now-2016. Importer: Grapes Of Spain, Lorton, VA; tel. (571) 642-0343, www.grapesofspain.com

The 2004 Crianza is 90% Tempranillo, the balance Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. The grapes were fermented with native yeasts and aged in barrel for 19 months. Deep crimson-colored, it reveals an attractive nose of cedar, mineral, earth, blackberry, and black currant. This leads to a forward, fruit-filled wine with good flavors and excellent depth. It has the structure to evolve for 2-3 years and will drink well through 2020. Importer: Aurelio Cabestrero, Grapes of Spain, Lorton, VA; tel. (571) 642-0343