If I Could Buy Only One – November 8th Vintages Release
We asked our writers, “If you could buy only one wine from the November 8th release, which one would it be and why?”

Hacienda Terra D’uro Reserva 2011, Castilla y León, Spain
$31.95, Wine Alliance
Michael Godel – The Hacienda Terra d’Uro Reserva 2011, DO Toro label does not deceive. The times they are a changin’ and so this is in fact a Spanish Toro from the 2011 vintage, yet one sip will make us all wonder how that could be possible. Not that it’s perfectly fresh but my goodness such life and energy in infinite ticking persistence is something to behold. Yes there are secondary elements and character but clearly they bring complexity and more interest than before. This is no shrinking violet and maybe 14 years of aging is the godsend to find pleasure at the present time. Whatever the case may be there should be line-ups to get a crack at this 750 mL leather boot of Spanish pleasure. “Oh, but I just thought you might want something fine, made of silver or of golden. Either from the mountains of Madrid, or from the coast of Barcelona.” Drink 2025-2027. Tasted November 2025.

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John’s Top Picks – November 8th
Lawrason’s Take – November 8th
Michael’s Mix – November 8th
Megha’s Picks – November 8th
Sara’s Selections – November 8th
