an excellent effort given that 2008 was by no means an excellent vintage. this tempranillo is loaded with alluring aromas of sous-bois, marzipan, cola, moss and black-fruit aromas. the feel is thorough and pure, with blackberry, black licorice, graphite and chocolate flavors. it's textured and deep, but not overly tannic or hard on the finish. drink now through 2015.
El Albar Lurton Excelencia