Chocolate, licorice, cardamom and mineral flavors accent a core of ripe plum fruit in this dense, balanced red. Not showy, but maintains perfect balance through the long, smoky finish. Should bloom with time. Drink now through 2015. 103 cases imported.??–TM??Region: Spain / Rioja Select to Add

The 2001 Conde de la Salceda Reserva, made from a blend of 95% Tempranillo and 5% Graciano, was aged for 18 months in French barriques. It is dark ruby/purple in color with black fruit, floral, and spice notes on the nose. This modern-styled Rioja is medium-bodied with sweet tannin, has excellent ripeness and purity, and a long finish. Give it 2-4 years to develop and drink it over the following decade.Importer: Kobrands Corporation, New York, NY; tel. (212) 490-9300