The 2009 Castell de Raimat Tempranillo has a slight reduction on the nose, though there is plenty of sappy ripe blackberry and cassis fruit bubbling underneath. The palate is medium-bodied with a soft, slightly -soupy- entry that needs more focus. The finish is plush and generous with copious blueberry and black cherry fruit that lacks a little restraint. Drink now. Importer: Avenui Brands, MD; tel. (410) 884-9463

Tart cherry, tomato leaf, coffee and smoke flavors mingle in this snappy red. A fresh, rather light beginning gives way to a rich, syrupy finish. The light tannins and balsamic acidity lend focus. Drink now through 2016. 5,000 cases imported.??–TM??Region: Spain / Costers del Segre Select to Add