كازا دو فالي هوميناجيم ريزيرفا 2017، إسبانيا

The five months in new French oak really rounds out the spice and vanilla without overpowering the fruit. I opened it with a simple pasta dinner and it was smooth and balanced from the first sip.

Dark red fruits come through nicely on the palate, balanced by just a hint of vanilla from the oak aging. It's smooth enough to drink on its own but has enough structure to pair with a simple grilled steak.

That five-month aging in new French oak really comes through—the vanilla and spice are perfectly balanced, not overpowering. Poured a glass with grilled lamb last night and the dark fruit held up beautifully. A genuinely impressive bottle for the price.