42% Tempranillo, 41% Grenache, 11% Graciano, 6% Carignan       $90
Aged for 27 months in 67% new French oak, this wine opens with a deep, restrained nose of ripe red and black fruits layered with dried sage, warm spice, and a hint of wet graphite. Beneath that earthy, mineral core lies a sensual touch of spiced dark chocolate, reminiscent of chili-kissed cocoa. On the palate, it’s all about finesse and tension, where Tempranillo’s signature chalky tannins wrap the cheeks in a firm, drying embrace. Grenache brings generosity—luscious strawberry and raspberry preserves that glow at the center of the blend. Graciano lifts the profile with vivid acidity and juicy blackberry brightness, while Carignan offers rustic charm and added structure grounding the wine. The tannins are powerful and gripping, coating the front of the palate with purpose and promise. There’s a quiet confidence here, a wine that invites patience and rewards contemplation.