The 2006 Sirsell, a blend of 55% Garnacha, 30% Merlot, and the balance Cabernet Sauvignon and Carinena aged for 14 months in primarily French oak. Dark ruby-colored, it has a pleasant perfume of smoke, mineral, scorched earth, herbs, and black cherry. On the palate the wine has attractive savory, spicy flavors but lacks depth and thus comes off as a bit superficial. Drink it over the next six years.
Importer: Folio Fine Wine Partners, Napa, CA; www.foliowine.com