It is rare to find a wine from Ribera de Duero, one of Spain’s top wine areas, at this price. Especially one of this quality. Stony elements buttress the lovely rich, but not jammy, dark fruit flavors. Far more sophisticated than the price suggests, it has polished tannins and wonderful structure. It would be a great choice for hearty winter fare this year.
Viña Altamar, Ribera del Duero (Spain) Tempranillo 2013
By Michael Apstein