Purple/black-colored the 2005 Alonso del Yerro has a brooding nose of earth mineral blackberry and blueberry compote. This is followed by a smooth-textured opulent wine with tons of flavor. It has a long pure finish and several years of aging potential. It is an excellent value for a Ribera del Duero of this quality. Vinedos Alonso del Yerro was purchased in 2002 and Stephane Derenoncourt was hired on as consultant. Malolactic fermentation was in new French oak followed by aging sur-lie for 12 months with batonnage