This polished red shows power and grace. Black cherry, currant and licorice flavors are fresh and clean, backed by mineral, loamy earth and espresso notes. The firm tannins are well-integrated, and juicy acidity gives way to a floral finish. Not showy, but harmonious and long. Drink now through 2025. 4,000 cases made. –TM

A selection from estate vineyards near Pedrosa del Duero, this tempranillo feels like a Romanesque cathedral, austere, without many frills, but with that sense of solidity and serenity in its structure. In terms of decor, the aromas are spicy, with a focus on ripe red fruit. You can drink it now with roast leg of lamb, but it would be better to wait five years, as it will surely gain in complexity and charm.

It's from the level of the 2012 Reserva where the oak starts taking the leading role and seems to be more abundant as the price increases. It seems less ripe than the 2011 I tasted last year, with plenty of spices and smoke. The palate is where the oak tannins steal the show and leave a drying sensation. Still, quite good in its style. - Luis Gutiérrez