Izadi’s Expresion cuvee is made only in what they consider the finest vintages, the last being 2001. The 2007 Expresion is 100% Tempranillo from a vineyard planted in 1927 aged in new French oak for 18 months. Purple-colored, the aromatics reveal smoke, pencil lead, espresso, incense, black cherry, and a hint of blueberry. This leads to a medium to full-bodied, intensely flavored, structured wine that combines power and elegance. Give it 4-6 years of additional cellaring and drink it from 2014 to 2027. Importer: Carlos Montalvo, Fine Wine Imports, San Juan, PR; tel. (787) 782-8008

The stunning 2001 Expression is 100% Tempranillo from a single vineyard planted in 1927. The wine was barrel fermented and aged 18 months in new French oak before being bottled unfiltered. Purple in color, it gives up a high-class nose of smoke, spice, tar, meat, blueberry and blackberry. In the mouth the wine is full-bodied, nearly seamless, fleshy, and loaded with layers of ripe fruits and well concealed tannin. The finish lasts for over 45 seconds. Drink this great Rioja over the next 10-15 years. Only 100 cases made it to the USA.Importer: Carlos Montalvo, Fine Wine Imports, San Juan, PR; tel. (787) 782-8008