The 2005 Aro is purple/black in color with a fragrant perfume of wood smoke, mineral, spice box, and assorted black fruits. Dense, loaded, and backward, it will likely evolve for another 20+ years and drink well through 2045. Importer: Jorge Ordonez, Fine Estates from Spain, Dedham, MA; tel. (781) 461-5767

This muscular red leads with oaky notes of smoke, coffee and dark chocolate that frame a rich core of plum, tobacco and savory herbs. There's powerful tannins, but the finish is clean and fresh. Let this unwind. Best after 2010. Tasted twice, with consistent notes. 250 cases made.??–TM??Region: Spain / Rioja Select to Add

Opaque and nearly over the top, with concentrated, roasted aromas of baked blackberry and dark plums. Super big and weighty, with driving flavors and some of the same lemony oak displayed by the Torre Muga 2005. Finishes in a mass of fudge, black olive and roasted berries. Hold until 2011–12, then drink.——M.S.(4/1/2010)—— 92