Revealing scents of smoky, oaky blackberries, the 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserva offers flavors of jammy blackberries, cassis, and hints of tar. Medium-bodied, its personality is cut short by hard tannin. Drink this value over the next 3 years. Importer: Palm Bay International, Port Washington, NY; tel. (516) 802-4700.

This winery rarely fails with its basic Cabernet; in fact, it has establsihed the benchmark for South American value Cabs. The 2004 version is loaded with ripe berry flavors, a spot of earth and leather, and plenty of baking chocolate and tannin. Smooth and easy, but hearty and assured. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.——M.S.(5/1/2006)—— 89