Modest, with black cherry and plum fruit and a hint of fragrant tobacco and spice throughout. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Grenache, Cabernet Franc and Cari?ena. Drink now. 2,260 cases made, 350 cases imported.??–AN??Region: Spain / Empordà Select to Add

The 2009 Turo Negre is a blend of Garnacha with Bordeaux varieties with partial aging in French barriques. It has a simple, rather dusty bouquet of rustic red berry fruit, while the palate is clean and crisp with dry tannins and tart red cherries on the short finish. It is not a memorable wine, but you would not argue with the price. Drink now. Importer: Winebow, New York, NY; tel. (201) 445-0620; www.winebow.com

Oliver Conti’s red wines begin with the bargain-priced 2007 Turo Negre. A blend of Merlot, Garnacha, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc aged in seasoned barrique for 12 months, it displays a bouquet of herbs, spices, earth notes, and black fruits. Dry, savory, and well-proportioned on the palate, this lengthy effort over-delivers in a big way. Drink it over the next 3-4 years. Importer: Winebow, New York, NY; www.winebow.com