88 Points | International Wine Cellar , September/October 2006

($18; a blend of monastrell, tempranillo, syrah and merlot) Dark ruby. Redcurrant and cherry aromas accented by strong floral and herb notes, plus a hint of tobacco; this smells like cabernet. Firm on the palate, with bright acids perking up the bitter cherry and licorice flavors and fine-grained tannins providing support. Builds nicely on the finish while maintaining focus and crispness. Tasty now but I suspect that a year of bottle aging will bring more complexity. (European Cellars, Charlotte, NC)