The 2010 Spiga is very aromatic, with notes of dried flowers and small red berries (raspberries and strawberries) and restrained spices. The palate is medium-bodied, ripe and fresh, with abundant, slightly dusty tannins, which would do well with some lamb chops. A showy crianza. Drink 2014-2018. This is the third country that I review for O. Fournier. They have wines in Argentina, Chile and in Spain, in Ribera del Duero, the birthplace of owner Jose Manuel Ortega. Importer: Craft +, Ashland, Virginia 23005, www.craftandestate.com

The solid structure carries black cherry, tar, smoke and mineral flavors in this savory red. Firm tannins dominate, overshadowing the core of plum and licorice. Decant. Best from 2015 through 2025. 1,080 cases made, 350 cases imported.??–TM??Region: Spain / Ribera del Duero Select to Add