Torres ‘Gran Coronas Reserva’ Cabernet Sauvignon 2004 

DO Penedès, Spain $18.95 (36483) 14% alcohol

The 15% Tempranillo in this adds a generous lift to the aromas and flavours. Dark cherry and leather on the nose, look for a gorgeous silky medium-weight wave of flavour—mulberry, mixed dark berry fruit and lovely spice notes throughout. It’s richly textured and sports a lengthy finish that layers on succulent cassis, and hints of toast and vanilla from 12 months spent in French and American oak. This is a Vintages Essentials wine, always available in selected stores. (Vic Harradine)