The 2005 Arvum was also sourced from a single plot with vines ranging in age from 80-100 years. The blend is 55% Garnacha, 30% Tempranillo, with the balance Graciano and Mazuelo aged for 16 months in new French oak. Saturated purple in color, it displays a brooding, slightly roasted bouquet of incense, scorched earth, lavender, and black fruit compote. Layered and opulent on the palate, it is loaded with savory, spicy black fruit flavors, an expansive mouth-feel, and enough structure to evolve for 3-5 years. Drink this impressive offering from 2014 to 2025. Score - 93+. (Jay Miller, robertparker.com, April 26, 2010)

Vivid ruby-red. Pungent cherry pit, red currant and cracked pepper scents, along with subtle vanilla and woodsmoke flourishes. Taut and penetrating on the palate, offering bitter cherry and red berry flavors underscored by a vein of juicy acidity. Delivers strong closing thrust, steadily building tannins and a touch of sweet chewing tobacco on the long, incisive finish. Drinking window: 2019-2025. Score - 91. (Josh Raynolds, vinous.com, Feb. 21, 2019)