Earthy, gamy notes overlay dried cherry and tobacco flavors in this maturing red. The tannins turn dry on the finish. A bit rustic. Drink now.??–TM??Region: Spain / Ribera del Duero Select to Add

Encouraging aromas of earth, leather, plum and berry lead to a rather sheer, zesty palate of blackberry, cherry and acid. It’s tight in the mouth, with cheeky tannins and friction. Quite extracted and oaky; requires food or will seem astringent. ——M.S.(11/1/2006)—— 85