The 2007 The Pict is made from 100% Mataro. It displays a fragrant perfume of cigar box, underbrush, blackberry, and blueberry. Ripe sweet, and glossy-textured, it has enough structure to evolve for 1-2 years and will offer a drinking window extending from 2011 to 2019. Importer: The Australian Wine Collection, Carlsbad, CA; www.torbreck.com

After recently tasting a knockout bottle of the 2005, this was disappointing. Ample cinnamon and mocha notes accent slightly pruny flavors; the tannins are soft, while the acids provide a lemony edge to the finish. ——J.C.(5/1/2011)—— 88