Oak-aged for 5 months in 85% French oak and 15% American oak barrels; opaque purple, it delivers a bouquet of cedar, spice violets, and red berries. Medium bodies, firm in structure, lots of blue and red berries in the finish."

"Ribera del Duero is a region of vineyards situated around the Duero river, which, as it flows west through Portugal, becomes the Douro, home to the vineyards that give rise to Port. Despite Rioja's bigger reputation, there are some splendid wines to be had in this region, usually based on the indigenous Tempranillo grapes, often over-delivering great wine @ a bargain price. Oak-aged for five months, opaque purple, it delivers a bouquet of cedar (not dissimilar to good Bordeaux), spice & black cherry. Medium-bodied, sturdy, substantial structure with subtle tannins which will soften over the next 1-2 years. Prolonged, lingering finish of red & blue berries."

" Food Pairing: Spanish Lamb Stew with White Beans & Chorizo Stew