The 2018 Vivaltus is a Tempranillo from Ribera del Duero. Garnet-red in the glass. The nuanced nose presents sour cherry, fresh plum and wild herbs framed by a cedar box. The palate is dry and nimble, with polished, reactive tannins that are young right now but will grow more velvety to complement the energy and juice. This is an enticingly indulgent wine for consumers looking for elegance that ends with a thyme and bay leaf flourish. The 2018 is a new approach for Ribera del Duero.