A terrific value is the 100% Mourvedre tank-aged cuvee, the 2005 Al Muvedre. It exhibits surprisingly sweet tannin (for a Mourvedre) along with loads of blueberry, cherry, and earthy notes. Unusually rich, medium-bodied, concentrated, and complex for a wine that has seen no wood, it should be consumed over the next 3-4 years.

This light, firm red shows a core of black cherry fruit, but a strong gamy note dominates. Mourvèdre. 500 cases imported.??–TM??Region: Spain / Alicante Select to Add

This Alicante red from Telmo Rodriguez is a giant with grapy, medicinal aromas followed by huge plum and blackberry flavors. This broad, mildly tannic red with tons of finishing coffee and leather notes fits the bill.——M.S.(4/1/2007)—— 87