The 1998 Gran Reserva is 90% Tempranillo and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon aged for 24 months in French and American oak followed by 5 years in bottle prior to release. Medium to dark ruby, it offers mature aromas of cedar, spice box, damp earth, red currants, and cherry. On the palate, this medium-bodied effort has a solid core of fruit, good depth, and concentration, and a long, pure finish. It can be enjoyed now and over the next 10 years. Baron de Ley is a solid source of traditionally styled Rioja Importer: Frederick Wildman, New York, NY; www.frederickwildman.com

Aromatic, with spice and dried fruits, this silky, expressive red offers plum, raisin, coffee and orange peel flavors, with enough tannins for grip. Fresh and balanced, with a perfumed finish. Drink now through 2012. 200 cases imported.??–TM??Region: Spain / Rioja Select to Add