Still youthful, with no bricking or lighten in its deep ruby color, the 2003 Impulsivo is another ripe, blockbuster-styled vintage for this cuvee. Plum, licorice, roasted spice and cedar show it has some similarities to the ’04, yet I think shows more purity, focus and elegance. Still, this is no wimpy effort and it has tons of fruit and texture. I like it now, but given the mid-palate depth, it will evolve gracefully for sure.

Fashioned entirely from Tempranillo hailing from the En Chamberlin Vineyard, the 2003 Impulsivo reveals aromas of tar, black fruits, pepper, and spices. This medium-bodied wine is exceptionally spicy, awash in red cherries, and displays roses whose effects linger in its fresh, long finish. Drink it over the next 3-4 years. Tel. (509) 301-6972; www.cayusevineyards.com