Pretty and fresh red cherry and purple fruit aromas

fleshy style of wine that is not terribly complex

(includes bits of cabernet franc and petit verdot)

There is fine concentration to the velvet textured medium weight flavors that possess plenty of dry extract that successfully buffers the firm but fine tannins on the exceptionally long and once again youthfully austere finish

the substantial tannins will require at least five years of patience

Hacienda Monasterio, Ribera Duero Reserva Vintage:2010 Pretty and fresh red cherry(the same blend as for the 2010 version), Inky ruby. Deeper and darker in character than its younger sibling, displaying scents and flavors of blackcurrant, dried cherry and licorice, with a spicy element adding vivacity. Opens nicely with air, picking up a smoky nuance and a touch of candied rose. Finishes sappy and very long, with velvety tannins building slowly and framing the wine's lush fruit. Josh Raynolds