This firm, medium-bodied red is a bit sharp-edged, with currant, herbal and smoke flavors and a tart, slightly bitter finish. Tasted twice, with consistent notes. 10,000 cases made, 1,000 cases imported.??–TM??Region: Spain / Calatayud Select to Add

This bright red offers straightforward flavors of cherry, berry and light herbs, with modest tannins and a fresh finish. Drink now. 4,000 cases imported.??–TM??Region: Spain / Calatayud Select to Add

A plush red, showing generous black cherry and plum flavors, with smoke and sweet vanilla notes. Round tannins and gentle acidity keep it balanced. Grenache and Syrah. Drink now. 7,000 cases imported.??–TM??Region: Spain / Calatayud Select to Add

Ripe blackberry fruit is attractive, but clumsy tannins and spritz throw this plump red out of balance. Grenache and Syrah. 5,000 cases imported.??–TM??Region: Spain / Calatayud Select to Add

Readers looking for a terrific dry rose should check out the 2004 Vina Alarba Rose (100% Grenache). It is a fragrant, light-bodied effort displaying surprising flavor intensity as well as a zesty freshness. Pure framboise with good underlying acidity, it should be enjoyed over the next 6-8 months. This is a ridiculously priced bargain! A backwater Spanish appellation, Calatayud is becoming more and more important, especially for terrific wine values. Jorge Ordonez was the first broker in America to exploit this region.Importer: Jorge Ordonez, Fine Estates From Spain, Dedham, MA; tel. (781) 461-5767