A broad red, with muscular tannins framing the plum sauce, ganache and tar flavors, matched with cherry, spice and smoky mineral details. Monastrell, Cabernet Sauvignon and Garnacha Tintorera. Drink now through 2026. 6,000 cases made, 210 cases imported.??–GS??Region: Spain / Yecla Select to Add

Round and juicy, this fruit-forward red offers black cherry, red plum and currant flavors, with notes of fresh herbs and vanilla. Features a supple texture, with light tannins and lively acidity. Monastrell, Cabernet Sauvignon and Tintorera. Drink now through 2021. 8,000 cases imported.??–TM??Region: Spain / Yecla Select to Add

The 2009 Solanera is a blend of 60% Monastrell, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 20% Garnacha Tintorera aged in 500-liter French oak. It is a savory, elegant, already complex offering with layered black fruits, excellent volume, and a fruit-filled finish. Drink this pleasure-bent effort over the next 4-5 years. Importer: Eric Solomon Selections, Charlotte, NC; Tel. (704) 358-1565

The 2007 Solanera is a blend of 60% Monastrell, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 20% Garnacha Tintorera (aka Alicante Bouschet) raised in 500-liter French oak. Dark ruby-colored with a brooding, smoky black and blue fruit bouquet, on the palate it is dense, rich, and mouth-filling. This outstanding value over-delivers in a big way. Importer: Eric Solomon Selections, Charlotte, NC; tel. (704) 358-1565