The 2008 Gordo Rose (100% Monastrell) offers up captivating aromas of strawberry and rhubarb. Round, dry, and concentrated, it will drink well over the next 12-18 months. Importer: Patrick Mata and Alberto Orte, Ole Imports, New Rochelle, NY; Tel: (914) 740-4724

The 2007 Gordo Rose, from the Yecla D.O., is 100% Monastrell. It is candy-like revealing darker berries with notes of red currants and black raspberry. Dry, supple, and mouth-filling, it has a lengthy, clean finish. Sin-Ley means “without law”; the focus of the project is to innovate without being bound by D.O. regulations. The Rose series features wines from 5 D.O.s made with 5 different grape varieties.