The 2009 Les Pujoles is a 100% Ull de Llebre (a.k.a Tempranillo) that is also aged for 12 months in three-year-old French oak. It has a rounded bouquet of crushed raspberry, dark cherry, fruitcake and soy that is well-defined, though it remains broody in the glass. The palate has a vice-like grip, with layers of chocolate-coated dark cherry fruit, dates and liquorice that is almost over-powering towards the finish. Still, it exhibits a keen thread of acidity, though it lacks finesse and complexity on the rather monolithic finish. For me, this is the weak link in a strong pack. Drink 2015-2023. I had never heard of Orto Vins before I tasted through their range. I was impressed by both the consistency and by their pursuit of single varietal bottlings that might come at a price, but satisfy the curiosity of those who enjoy foraging for lesser known grapes. I thought their wines were extremely well-made and packaged. Importer: Peninsula Wines, NY; tel. (914) 740-4724