2007 Borsao Garnacha "Tres Picos" Campo de Borja

90 (+?) points Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar: "Inky ruby. Highly complex bouquet of cherry, dark berry liqueur, iron, tobacco and dried flowers; reminded me a wine from Graves. Tangy cherry and cassis flavors are on the primal side initially but soften and gain sweetness with air. Fine tannins add grip to the long, spicy finish, which repeats the iron note. This is very promising." (Sept/Oct '08) "Tres Picos" by Borsao is arguably the most recognizable Spanish Garnacha on the market today, with Las Rocas being the other candidate. Why have these two wines separated themselves from the oceans of inexpensive Garnacha that come in tsunami-like waves from Spain? The answer is simple: consistency and drinkability. Year in and year out this is simply one of the most delicious wines out there, and also one of the most-requested by our customers.The 2007 vintage is playing right into their hands with its boisterous black raspberry fruit, mocha, charred wood and garrigue-like spice. While big and juicy this displays great openness and complexity of flavor for under $15. A continuation of the black raspberry found on the nose is presented in a bright, tangy way backed by finely ground white pepper, dried herbs and a warm clay-like earthiness. This wine is packed with flavor and it keeps coming throughout the meaty, iron rich finish. If you've liked this wine in the past you'll like it again. If you haven't had it, where have you been? (Bryan Brick, K&L)