The 2008 Altar Reserva is produced with Cabernet Sauvignon grapes plus 10% Tempranillo. Drink 2014-2017.
Bodega Otazu used to be called Senorio de Otazu, and they have wines under their own Pago (single vineyard) appellation. There are modern, powerful, concentrated and oaked, well-crafted wines in overweight bottles from 115 hectares of vineyards planted with Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Chardonnay.
Importer: Monsieur Touton Selection, Ltd., New York, NY; tel. (212) 255-0674; www.mtouton.com