The 2008 Gran Opato is a blend of 50% Malbec, 30% Syrah, and 20% Petit Verdot. It gives up an expressive bouquet of spice box, herbs, violets, smoke, and assorted black fruits. In the glass it displays good density, intensity, some complexity, and enough structure to evolve for 1-2 years. This savory offering will be at its best from 2012 to 2018. Importer: Dreyfus Ashby, New York, NY; tel. (212) 818-0770