The current releases include one white wine, the 2008 Placet Valtomelloso, produced from 100% Viura and aged sur lie for 11 months in large oak ovals. Light gold in color, it displays an enticing nose of spring flowers, baking spices, fennel, peach, and melon. Round, supple, and savory on the palate, it has a vibrant acid structure, good volume, and a fruit-filled finish. It is likely to evolve for 2-3 years and is a fine example of high-class white Rioja. The Palacios Remondo wines are made by the renowned Alvaro Palacios from the family’s home estate in Rioja.Importer: Folio Fine Wine Partners, Napa, CA; www.foliowine.com

The 2007 Placet is 100% Viura aged sur lie for seven months in large oak. Medium straw-colored, it offers up a chalky, mineral-accented nose along with notes of honeysuckle, almonds, and peach. On the satin-textured palate, tropical notes of pineapple and mango emerge leading to a medium-long, lively finish. Drink this tasty effort over the next two years.Importer: Folio Fine Wine Partners, Napa, CA; www.foliowine.com