The 2005 Horizonte de Exopto is 80% Tempranillo, 10% Garnacha, and 10% Graciano. The wine was fermented in barrel followed by aging in 50% new French and American oak for 10 months. This modern-styled Rioja is purple-colored with an impressive bouquet of pain grille, smoke, spice box, blueberry, and blackberry liqueur. On the palate the oak is well-integrated with layers of spicy black fruit flavors, ripe tannins, and a long, pure finish. There is sufficient structure for several years of bottle age. This densely packed wine should drink well through 2020. Importer: Patrick Mata, Ole Imports, New Rochelle, NY; tel. (914) 576-6120

This firm red is austere in character, with smoke, mineral, bacon and tar notes backed by muscular tannins. Hints of plum and prune emerge on the finish. Harmonious. Tempranillo, Garnacha and Graciano. Best from 2009 through 2014. 850 cases made, 325 cases imported.??–TM??Region: Spain / Rioja Select to Add