The Cuvee TNS was bottled only in magnum. It is a blend of 66% Touriga Nacional and 34% Syrah bottled without filtration. Inky purple-colored, it exhibits an expressive perfume of mineral, spice box, red currants, black currants, and blueberry. Smooth textured and elegant, the wine is already showing some complexity. It conceals some silky tannin and should evolve for several years in the cellar. Drink this tasty wine through 2020. Importer: Jorge Ordonez, Fine Estates from Spain; tel. (781) 461-5767

Here's a well-meshed red, with enticing plum, pomegranate and violet notes, as well as a darker side that hints at coffee and tobacco. It's well put together, with a lingering, vanilla-tinged finish. Drink now through 2014. 33 cases imported.??–AN??Region: Spain / Manchuela Select to Add

Haul out the superlatives for this trend-setter from the easterly Manchuela section of La Mancha. Not the wine-on-steroids that it could be; TNS, made from Touriga Nacional and Syrah, is elegant, sexy and in total control. Floral berry aromas, delicate raspberry flavors and a smooth, lightly oaked finish all help steal the show. Available only in magnums; awesome holiday gift.——M.S.(11/15/2008)—— 95