SPAIN
RIBERA DEL DUERO
95 Alonso del Yerro 2016 María (Ribera del Duero). Smooth, lightly creamy aromas of blackberry and cassis are softened and sweetened by pastry notes, making this superb Tinto Fino smell mature beyond its years. On the palate, this is focused and acid-driven, with a familiar combination of blackberry, cassis and toasty oak flavors. The finish is slightly dry and tannic, so give this plenty of air if drinking now; or hold through 2032. Monsieur Touton Selection Ltd. Editors’ Choice. —M.S.
abv: 14.5% Price: $75
As might be expected from a pedigreed wine such as this in a great vintage, Christina opens. —M.S.
