Celler el Masroig, Montsant (Catalonia, Spain) 2008

 A delicious full-fleshed but still supple wine, made predominantly with Carignan along with a dash (10%) of Grenache, this new-styled Spaniard avoids tasting excessively generic or international due to a spicy undertone that hints at dried sage, thyme and more.  That secondary layer of flavor gives it a distinctive character and real personality.