A partnership between Portuguese and Spanish winemakers, this is an impressive wine, powered by ripe fruit, solid tannins and a dense texture. It is serious, the structure important, and it needs aging. ——R.V.(8/1/2011)—— 91

A blend of winemaking philosophies from Portuguese Joao Soares and Spaniard Javier Rodriguez, both working along the Duero/Douro river. There may be a hint of smooth Tempranillo in the Tinta Roriz in the blend, but mostly this has a full burst of vivid Portugese tannins and bold black fruit. It should be aged for 2–3 years.——R.V.(11/1/2009)—— 90