A smooth, polished texture carries savory flavors of black olive, tobacco and licorice in this dense red. A core of black cherry and espresso is supported by well-integrated tannins and firm acidity. A bit savage, but harmonious. Tempranillo. Drink now through 2022. 200 cases imported.??–TM??Region: Spain / Vi?o de la Tierra de Castilla y León Select to Add

Earthy and heavily toasted, especially upon first take. This is a serious multigrape wine from the outskirts of RDD that needs a few years in the cellar and then a decanting. With that TLC you will get saucy berry flavors, aggressive spice and tannins, and a dynamic, multifaceted finish. Drink it too soon or without airing and it may seem overoaked, hot and bitter.——M.S.(11/1/2007)—— 90