The 2009 Venta Mazzaron was aged for 8 months in French oak. It displays an earthy minerality, cedar, spice box, lavender, and blackberry. Sweetly-fruited, layered, and mouth-filling, this is a savory, lengthy effort for drinking over the next 6 years. It offers outstanding value. Tierra del Vino de Zamora should have been included in the Toro DO but was overlooked when the boundaries were drawn. It is located approximately 40 kilometers south of Toro. Vinas del Cenit has 97 acres of Tempranillo vines, 15% of which are ungrafted and over 100+ years of age.Importer: Aviva Vino, New York, NY; Tel. (212) 244-4495

Strong cola and menthol aromas follow through on the palate of this lush red, masking the core of plum and cherry flavors. It has a rich texture and firm structure. Distinctive. Drink now through 2013. 6,000 cases imported.??–TM??Region: Spain / Tierra del Vi?o de Zamora Select to Add

The 2007 Venta Mazzaron spent 8 months in French oak. Deep crimson in color, its nose exhibits Asian spices, espresso, damp earth, and blackberry. On the palate it is a bit more structured than the Las Brisas with 1-2 years of aging potential. It has plenty of spicy black fruits, good balance, and a medium long finish. Drink this very good value through 2017. Importer: Aviva Vino, New York, NY; tel. (212) 244-4495