Vinye L’Hereu’s 2006 Petit Grealo is a blend of 40% Syrah, 30% Merlot, and 30% Cabernet Sauvignon fermented and aged in stainless steel for 12 months on its lees. It offers up an earthy, jammy, black fruit-scented nose leading to a dense, rich, concentrated, fruity wine which makes up in power what it lacks in subtlety. This tasty effort can be approached now but will continue to offer enjoyment for another 5-7 years. Importer: C & P Wines, New York, NY; tel. (917) 846-1708

Red values under $25. Recommended and tasted, but no tasting note given.

A terrific buy, the 2003 Petit Grealo is a blend of Syrah, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon that tastes like the poor person’s Priorat. It sees no wood, and is bottled unfiltered after 12 months in stainless steel vats. A deep ruby/purple color is accompanied by copious quantities of blackberry and raspberry fruit, surprising complexity, a liquid minerality, and beautiful purity as well as nobility. A striking effort for the price, it could easily pass for a wine costing 2-3 times the price. Enjoy it over the next 3-4 years. Importer: Aurelio Cabestrero, Grapes of Spain, Lorton, VA; tel. (703) 249-8028