Cassis and lightly stewed plum aromas are fruity to the point of jammy. This Graciano from Navarra is thick and flush, with grabby tannins. Flavors of dark fruits are chocolaty and slightly herbal, while this is toasty, chewy, dense and balanced on the finish. For the price, this is a total steal.

Licorice and underbrush notes frame black cherry and black tea flavors in this firm red, which is a bit lean, but focused, with mineral and floral elements emerging on the finish. Drink now through 2022. 10,000 cases made.