Elegant, with a complex, earthy, spicy, black fruit-scented bouquet is the 1999 Aragones (100% Tempranillo). Aged in French oak, this dark ruby/purple-colored, medium to full-bodied effort has abundant glycerin, a sweet, Burgundian-like, black cherry fruit component, and light tannin in the finish. Drink this delicious fruit bomb over the next 4-5 years.Readers who have not yet tried some of the exciting wines emerging from Portugal need to search out this offering from Joao Portugal Ramos. This offering represents an excellent value.FRAN KYSELA, 130 Windy Hill Lane, Winchester, VA; tel. (540) 722-9228; fax (540) 722-9258