Spain - All Red Wines
One of the most famous vineyards for red wines in Spain is Vega Sicilia, located in Ribera del Duero. Their flagship wine, Vega Sicilia Único, is a legendary red that exemplifies the region's mastery in crafting age-worthy and complex wines. With its deep color, intense aromatics, and a harmonious blend of Tempranillo and other varietals, Vega Sicilia Único has become an iconic representation of Spanish winemaking.
In Priorat, Clos Mogador is celebrated for its exceptional red wines. Their Clos Mogador, crafted from a blend of Grenache, Carignan, and other local varieties, showcases the rugged landscape of the region with its concentrated flavors, firm tannins, and remarkable aging potential.Moving to the region of Bierzo, Descendientes de Jose Palacios is a notable vineyard known for its Mencía-based red wines. Their Petalos del Bierzo is a stellar example of the region's winemaking excellence, offering vibrant fruit flavors, floral aromatics, and a lively acidity that epitomizes the elegance of Bierzo's red wines.
Spain's fine red wines beautifully reflect the country's winemaking diversity, from the bold and structured reds of Ribera del Duero and Rioja to the powerful and mineral-driven wines of Priorat and the elegant and aromatic expressions of Bierzo. With their depth, complexity, and the legacy of Spain's winemaking heritage, these red wines embody the essence of Spain's vibrant wine culture. Spanish red wines promise a journey of flavors that capture the essence of this captivating wine country.
Spain - All Red Wines
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Canary Islands | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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£233.09 |
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Wine Advocate (95)The 2020 Migan is a red from La Orotava and was produced with Listán Negro grapes from the village of La Perdoma, whose ancient name was Migan. It comes from four plots—Montijo (40% of the grapes), Tío Luis (30%), La Habanera (20%) and Las Suertes (10%)—on red volcanic soils and at different altitudes, between 350 and 600 meters above sea level, where altitude defines the character of the plot. In 2020, they didn't use the San Antonio vineyard that was used in previous vintages; it has been replaced by Montijo. 2020 was an early harvest, and the grapes fermented by plot, always with indigenous yeasts, and 70% of the wine matured in neutral 500- and 600-liter oak barrels, while the wine from Tío Luis matured in concrete. The change in vineyards (they abandoned the one with more clay at lower altitude and increased in higher altitude and with less clay) has given the wine an extra kick. These wines reward time in bottle, and they need at least one year. Right now, this feels a little closed and tight, but it has great freshness and finer tannins and, in the long run, should make a better wine than the 2019. 11,500 bottles and 300 magnums were produced. It was bottled in December 2021. |
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Canary Islands | 1 | 98 (JS) |
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£265.24 |
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James Suckling (98)Nervy, nicely funky, precise and mineral nose with a “protective” flintiness and an alluring peppery edge to the wild berries and pomegranate. Fine, dissolved tannins with a mealy, dusty texture, tapping into a super tangy, fresh palate full of grapefruit zest and wild berries. Really long and irresistible now, but can age. |
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Canary Islands | 1 | - |
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£627.89 |
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Canary Islands | 1 | 98 (WA) |
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£559.24 |
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Wine Advocate (98)There's a little more ripeness in the 2022 Táganan Parcela Margalagua, a jump in complexity and depth from the regular Táganan. It has fruit, elegance and a medium body with very fine tannins. It's very harmonious and with an ethereal quality to it. It has a combination of dry flowers, crushed rocks, herbs and always a marine whiff that makes it quite distinct. It's a very regular vineyard, but this is now a certified single-vineyard wine from the new Islas Canarias - Tenerife appellation. 1,800 bottles were filled in July 2023. |
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Canary Islands | 1 | - |
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£386.69 |
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Relinquish in the enchanting flavours of the Escoces Volante Manda Huevos Tinto 2018, a masterful creation by Norwegian oenologist Norrel Robertson, a revered 'flying Scotsman' within the Spanish wine industry. Held in high esteem, this superior garnacha originates from the sun-kissed vineyards of Calatayud, Spain. As a passionate devotee of quirky regional wine, Robertson meticulously selected magnificently mature vines of over 80 years old for this wine, to accentuate its profound depth and complexity. Exuding rich and opulent notes of dark fruits and spice, the magnificent wine offers a voluptuous aroma that lingers in the soul. Meticulously aged for 12 months in French oak barrels, this wine artfully encapsulates velvety tannins, complex acidity and a prolonged, sumptuous finish. Savour each sip of the Escoces Volante Manda Huevos Tinto 2018, a captivating embodiment of superior viticulture and winemaking genius. |
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Castilla y Leon | 6 | - |
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£662.69 |
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Delve into the vivacious complexity of the Felix Callejo Callejo Reserva Ribera del Duero 2016. Crafted in Spain's prestigious Ribera del Duero region, this distinguished offering reflects the formidable expertise of the Callejo family, who've perfect their viticulture craft over four generations. With a meticulous winemaking process rooted in organic principles, the Callejos fashion this exceptional reserve from 100% hand-harvested Tempranillo grapes. The wine is then aged for 27 months in French oak barrels, rendering an exquisite balance of intensity and elegance. The resulting flavour map is a captivating journey across notes of black fruit, oriental spices, and cocoa, underscored by hints of mineral complexity. Revel in the intensity of the palate, infused with a fusion of voluptuous fruits, aromatic herbs, and a memorable, lingering finish that sings of its robust character. There can be no doubt, the Felix Callejo Callejo Reserva Ribera del Duero 2016 is a testament to superior winemaking. |
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Catalunya | 1 | - |
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£721.24 |
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As an exceptional embodiment of Spanish viticulture, the Ferrer Bobet Priorat Rojo Vv 2015 is an indulgent blend of Carignan and Grenache, handpicked from old vines rooted in the mineral-rich, slate soils of Priorat. A product of the envious marriage of tradition and innovation, Ferrer Bobet meticulously uses gravity and careful temperature control during fermentation and maceration. This, combined with 12 months in French oak barrels, imparts the wine with its impeccable structure. The captivating garnet hue ensnares the senses, while the aromatic fusion of dark chocolate, ripe blackcurrant, and cherries, intertwined with spicy undertones, offers a tantalising bouquet, leading onto a palate filled with vivid fruits, framed by polished tannins. Imbued with an ageing potential, the Ferrer Bobet Priorat Rojo Vv 2015 rewards the patient connoisseur with a rich, complex wine that elegantly unfolds over time. A refined expression of Priorat's terroir, it's a testament to Ferrer Bobet's devotion to quality and authenticity. |
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Rioja | 4 | 94 (VN) |
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£876.29 |
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Vinous (94)(85% tempranillo and 15% graciano) Glass-staining purple. Youthfully backward nose displays inky dark berry and plum aromas, along with licorice, espresso and dark chocolate. Then shockingly fresh and precise on the palate, offering sweet black raspberry and blueberry flavors, with powerful tannins adding structure. Coats the palate and reaches every nook and cranny of the mouth, gaining spice and cracked pepper nuances with air. As powerful as this wine is, there's an uncanny weightlessness to it that is intriguing. Finishes clean and long, with lingering spiciness. |
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Jumilla | 20 | - |
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£145.49 |
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From the scenic vineyards of Jumilla, Spain, Finca Bacara Crazy Grapes 2015 is an exquisite embodiment of winemaking excellence. Skilfully crafted from a mix of Monastrell and Syrah grapes by Finca Bacara, a reputable producer known for their attention to detail and commitment to quality, this wine offers a sublime experience for the discerning palate. Grown in nutrient-rich limestone soils, the grapes for the Finca Bacara Crazy Grapes 2015 are carefully handpicked at the precise moment of maturity. This ensures the inimitable depth of flavour and complexity that make this vintage so sought after. The wine is then meticulously aged for six months in French and American oak barrels, imbuing it with distinct layers of taste. It possesses a vibrant ruby colour with an alluring aroma of berries, overlaid with subtle hints of spice and dark chocolate. On the palate, it is perfectly balanced, offering a full-bodied, sophisticated finish that lingers delightfully. |
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Aragon | 1 | - |
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£180.04 |
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Madrid | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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£372.04 |
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Wine Advocate (95)The nose of the 2016 Villages was stunning. It's a blend of Tempranillo with 9% Garnacha and 4% white Albillo from vineyards in Piquera de San Esteban, Fuentelcésped, Hontangas, Cuevas de Provanco, Quintanilla de Onésimo and Trigueros del Valle. It fermented by soil types with indigenous yeasts and some 20% full clusters (the Garnacha was 100% whole clusters) and matured in a mixture of 225-liter barriques, 600-liter demi-muids and 1,200-liter foudres for 21 months. The élevage was very respectful with the wine, which comes through as floral and terribly aromatic, ripe without excess and with a medium to full-bodied palate, pungent flavors and great length and persistence. The tannins are round and velvety, and there is a sense of integration and balance that I liked very much. 16,140 bottles and 230 magnums were filled in July 2018. |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 98 (TA) |
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£253.24 |
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Tim Atkin MW (98)It’s easy to forget that the first vintage of Garmón was as recent as 2014 such is the quality of the wine, but the García family’s longstanding association with the region has certainly contributed to its success Picked 10 days later than the 2017 this is my favourite release yet, combining vineyards aged between 30 and 100 years in Anguix, Baños de Valdearados, Moradillo and Tubilla. Chalky, balanced and effortlessly refined, with notes of red berries, fennel and spice, subtle oak and thrilling freshness. A truly great Ribera. |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 97 (TA) |
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£289.24 |
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Tim Atkin MW (97)Eduardo García used fruit from six different villages – Anguix, Baños de Valdearados. La Aguilera, Moradillo, Quintanilla de Onésimo and Tubilla del Lago – to produce the latest vintage of this world-class red, blending their characters as an artist might mix a palette of colours. Spicy, chalky, structured yet refined, with haunting perfume, subtle oak, enviable density, energy and poise and the concentration to age. |
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Castilla y Leon | 2 | 94 (WA) |
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£393.89 |
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Wine Advocate (94)The 2019 Hacienda Monasterio is floral, aromatic and precise, showing good but contained ripeness, with 15% alcohol. It's a similar blend as in previous years—80% Tinto Fino, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Merlot and 2% Malbec. This is the first vintage they used their new 10,000-liter oak vat, so there are more lots fermented separately and then blended to create this cuvée that shows very good balance, juiciness, concentration, structure and power but with freshness and balance. Their idea is to gradually replace the Merlot with Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon, but that's going to be a slow process. They have 12 different soils classified on the property, and in 2019 they selected different soils for each wine, something that was not done in 2017; there will be more changes in this direction in the future. 182,666 bottles produced. It was bottled in June 2021. |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 97 (TA) |
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£477.89 |
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Tim Atkin MW (97)This superb Reserva from the textbook, cooler climate 2016 vintage is one of the best young wines I have ever tasted from Carlos de la Fuente and Peter Sisseck. Marrying Tinto Fino with 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, aged in 40% new wood, this comes from a parcel with a very high limestone content, which adds freshness on these warm slopes. Scented, graceful and refined, it has cassis and blackberry fruit, graceful tannins, subtle wood and a long, tapering finish. Exceptional winemaking. 2023-32 |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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£390.29 |
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Wine Advocate (95)Somehow I didn't taste the 2017 Hacienda Monasterio, but I did taste the 2017 Reserva, which is quite impressive for such a challenging year in Ribera del Duero. They suffered less from the frost on the property, which is quite warm and usually frost-free. The wine has a seductive nose that combines raspberries and cranberries with herbs and flowers. It's ripe at 15% alcohol, but it does not show heat or alcohol. This is 80% to 82% Tinto Fino and the rest Cabernet Sauvignon that matured in barrel for some 20 months. It's medium to full-bodied, juicy, rich and velvety, with fine, chalky tannins. The wine really transcends the challenges of the vintage and delivers more than I expected. 35,000 bottles produced. |
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Castilla y Leon | 2 | - |
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£871.49 |
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Castilla y Leon | 2 | - |
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£590.69 |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | - |
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£692.69 |
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The top shelf expression of Hacienda Monasterio, the Reserva Especial is not produced every year and could be the equivalent of a Gran Reserva. It is typically a Temperanillo-dominated blend complemented with Cabernet Sauvignon. Quantities may vary but for the 2015 vintage, only 4,000 bottles were produced. Although sitting in bottle for years now, the estate doesn’t allow anyone to taste the wine until it's actually released, which is usually a few months later in the calendar year than its younger siblings.
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Catalunya | 4 | 93 (VN) |
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£354.04 |
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Vinous (93)Brilliant ruby-red. A complex, expansive bouquet evokes red fruit preserves, smoky minerals, exotic spices and candied flowers that show excellent clarity. Sappy, alluringly sweet and penetrating on the palate, offering juicy black raspberry, cherry liqueur, spicecake flavors and a suave floral undertone. Plays richness off of energy adroitly and shows no rough edges. The mineral and spice notes drive an impressively long, sharply delineated finish that's framed by velvety, steadily mounting tannins. |
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Castilla La Mancha | 1 | - |
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£738.29 |
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Discover the complex allure of Jimenez Landi Ataulfos 2018, a magnificent Garnacha expression from the heights of Sierra de Gredos, Spain. Stemming from the esteemed Jiménez-Landi winery, this selection comes from an organic farm cultivating centenary Garnacha vines, where tradition meets sustainable viticulture. Respect for nature is paramount in the crafting of this delectable wine which then spends 18 unforgettable months in French oak barrels. Its robust structure, intertwined with splendid red fruit notes, lures your senses whilst the extensive mineral undertones speak of the unique granite soils it hails from. Silky tannins and lasting, vibrant cocoa finish make every sip of Jimenez Landi Ataulfos 2018 an experience. Renowned critics echo our sentiment, awarding it an esteemed 94 points. Jimenez Landi Ataulfos 2018 is ultimately a reflection of its terrain, a testament to its maker's passion, presenting a unique sensory journey into the heart of Sierra de Gredos. Savour the exquisite, the exceptional, the true essence of Spanish winemaking. |
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Rioja | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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£919.24 |
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Wine Advocate (95)2001 is a great vintage for all the wines from La Rioja Alta but the long-awaited 2001 Gran Reserva 890 is otherworldly. 2001 was a slow maturing vintage which produced smaller grapes especially in the old vineyards on the slopes of the Sierra Cantabria in the villages of Brinas, Labastida and Villalba where the vineyards that make it into this wine are located. The final blend contains a majority of Tempranillo with 3% Graciano and 2% Mazuelo. The wine ferments with the natural yeasts attached to the grapes in stainless steel vats and is aged for six years in used American oak barrels with 12 manual rackings. A selection of the best barrels were blended together and bottled unfiltered in March 2008. Only 15,000 bottles were produced. It shows (even) younger and more concentrated than the 2004 904, a darker shade of red and a somehow backward and reticent nose (relatively speaking) of forest floor, cold bonfire, antique shop, truffles, game, sandalwood, nutmeg and clove. The fruit is also a little darker and the palate more austere, but still showing vibrant and supple, with clean flavors and a great finish. This is my favorite modern time 890. Bravo! Drink 2016-2026. |
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Rioja | 1 | 96 (JS) |
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£442.84 |
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James Suckling (96)Lovely dried red fruit, such as plums with just a hint of prunes. Cedar, walnut and leather undertones. Full-bodied with lots of fruit, considering its age, as well as hints of smoke, tobacco, bark and black tea. Some balsamic at the finish. Traditionally styled with lovely results. Drink or hold. |
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Rioja | 1 | 97 (JS) |
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£512.44 |
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James Suckling (97)A perfumed nose of plums, mulberries, mushrooms, caramel, sweet tobacco and sweet spices. Full-bodied with velvety, fine tannins and lively acidity. Balanced and supple with a creamy texture. Delicate and precise with a long, polished finish. 90% tempranillo and 10% graciano. Drink or hold. |
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Rioja | 1 | 93 (VN) |
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£325.24 |
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Vinous (93)Dark ruby. A deeply perfumed bouquet evokes spice-tinged dark fruit preserves, potpourri, vanilla and incense, and a smoky mineral overtone builds as the wine opens up. Sappy and broad on the palate, offering weighty blackberry, cherry-vanilla and spicecake flavors that turn spicier with air. Shows excellent precision on the persistent finish, which features sweet dark fruit liqueur and floral elements and harmonious tannins. |
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Rioja | 1 | 94 (TA) |
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£379.24 |
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Tim Atkin MW (94)La Rioja Alta is one of the most traditional wineries in Haro’s Barrio de la Estación, famous for producing wines that are good to drink on release, but also age beautifully in bottle. This new Gran Reserva, made from Tempranillo with 6% Graciano for added backbone, is very much a reflection of the cooler, more “Atlantic” 2014 vintage. La Rioja Alta didn’t make its top two Gran Reservas – 904 and 890 – in 2014, so all of its best grapes were used for Viña Arana. Fine and elegant, with vibrant acidity, notes of coconut and cinnamon from the American oak and a core of savoury, refreshing tobacco leaf and red berry flavours framed by fine, caressing tannins. Old-fashioned Rioja at its glorious best. |
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Rioja | 4 | 96 (DC) |
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£259.24 |
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Decanter (96)Beautiful nose coconut cream, vanilla and mocha nose. Smooth and mellow on the rich and velvety palate with lots of sweet spices, dates and chocolate-covered currants. Long-lasting and utterly delicious. |
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Rioja | 2 | - |
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£391.49 |
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Rioja | 1 | 94+ (WA) |
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£252.04 |
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Wine Advocate (94+)The 2016 Viña Ardanza Reserva was produced with 80% Tempranillo and 20% Garnacha that matured in used American oak barrels for three years, where it was hand-racked from barrel to barrel six times in the case of Tempranillo and five times for the Garnacha, as it had a slightly shorter élevage of 30 months. Against all odds, I found the 2016 to be fresher than the 2015 and less developed, despite the fact that winemaker Julio Sáenz told me he considers it a warmer year. But I have found many wines I like in 2016, and the wine feels very clean and quite harmonious, younger and less developed, with more primary notes and a velvety mouthfeel. 600,000 bottles produced. The wine was bottled in June 2020. |
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Canary Islands | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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Wine Advocate (95)The 2020 Migan is a red from La Orotava and was produced with Listán Negro grapes from the village of La Perdoma, whose ancient name was Migan. It comes from four plots—Montijo (40% of the grapes), Tío Luis (30%), La Habanera (20%) and Las Suertes (10%)—on red volcanic soils and at different altitudes, between 350 and 600 meters above sea level, where altitude defines the character of the plot. In 2020, they didn't use the San Antonio vineyard that was used in previous vintages; it has been replaced by Montijo. 2020 was an early harvest, and the grapes fermented by plot, always with indigenous yeasts, and 70% of the wine matured in neutral 500- and 600-liter oak barrels, while the wine from Tío Luis matured in concrete. The change in vineyards (they abandoned the one with more clay at lower altitude and increased in higher altitude and with less clay) has given the wine an extra kick. These wines reward time in bottle, and they need at least one year. Right now, this feels a little closed and tight, but it has great freshness and finer tannins and, in the long run, should make a better wine than the 2019. 11,500 bottles and 300 magnums were produced. It was bottled in December 2021. |
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Canary Islands | 1 | 98 (JS) |
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£205.00 |
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James Suckling (98)Nervy, nicely funky, precise and mineral nose with a “protective” flintiness and an alluring peppery edge to the wild berries and pomegranate. Fine, dissolved tannins with a mealy, dusty texture, tapping into a super tangy, fresh palate full of grapefruit zest and wild berries. Really long and irresistible now, but can age. |
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Canary Islands | 1 | - |
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£504.00 |
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Canary Islands | 1 | 98 (WA) |
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£450.00 |
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Wine Advocate (98)There's a little more ripeness in the 2022 Táganan Parcela Margalagua, a jump in complexity and depth from the regular Táganan. It has fruit, elegance and a medium body with very fine tannins. It's very harmonious and with an ethereal quality to it. It has a combination of dry flowers, crushed rocks, herbs and always a marine whiff that makes it quite distinct. It's a very regular vineyard, but this is now a certified single-vineyard wine from the new Islas Canarias - Tenerife appellation. 1,800 bottles were filled in July 2023. |
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Canary Islands | 1 | - |
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£303.00 |
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Relinquish in the enchanting flavours of the Escoces Volante Manda Huevos Tinto 2018, a masterful creation by Norwegian oenologist Norrel Robertson, a revered 'flying Scotsman' within the Spanish wine industry. Held in high esteem, this superior garnacha originates from the sun-kissed vineyards of Calatayud, Spain. As a passionate devotee of quirky regional wine, Robertson meticulously selected magnificently mature vines of over 80 years old for this wine, to accentuate its profound depth and complexity. Exuding rich and opulent notes of dark fruits and spice, the magnificent wine offers a voluptuous aroma that lingers in the soul. Meticulously aged for 12 months in French oak barrels, this wine artfully encapsulates velvety tannins, complex acidity and a prolonged, sumptuous finish. Savour each sip of the Escoces Volante Manda Huevos Tinto 2018, a captivating embodiment of superior viticulture and winemaking genius. |
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Castilla y Leon | 6 | - |
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£533.00 |
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Delve into the vivacious complexity of the Felix Callejo Callejo Reserva Ribera del Duero 2016. Crafted in Spain's prestigious Ribera del Duero region, this distinguished offering reflects the formidable expertise of the Callejo family, who've perfect their viticulture craft over four generations. With a meticulous winemaking process rooted in organic principles, the Callejos fashion this exceptional reserve from 100% hand-harvested Tempranillo grapes. The wine is then aged for 27 months in French oak barrels, rendering an exquisite balance of intensity and elegance. The resulting flavour map is a captivating journey across notes of black fruit, oriental spices, and cocoa, underscored by hints of mineral complexity. Revel in the intensity of the palate, infused with a fusion of voluptuous fruits, aromatic herbs, and a memorable, lingering finish that sings of its robust character. There can be no doubt, the Felix Callejo Callejo Reserva Ribera del Duero 2016 is a testament to superior winemaking. |
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Catalunya | 1 | - |
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£585.00 |
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As an exceptional embodiment of Spanish viticulture, the Ferrer Bobet Priorat Rojo Vv 2015 is an indulgent blend of Carignan and Grenache, handpicked from old vines rooted in the mineral-rich, slate soils of Priorat. A product of the envious marriage of tradition and innovation, Ferrer Bobet meticulously uses gravity and careful temperature control during fermentation and maceration. This, combined with 12 months in French oak barrels, imparts the wine with its impeccable structure. The captivating garnet hue ensnares the senses, while the aromatic fusion of dark chocolate, ripe blackcurrant, and cherries, intertwined with spicy undertones, offers a tantalising bouquet, leading onto a palate filled with vivid fruits, framed by polished tannins. Imbued with an ageing potential, the Ferrer Bobet Priorat Rojo Vv 2015 rewards the patient connoisseur with a rich, complex wine that elegantly unfolds over time. A refined expression of Priorat's terroir, it's a testament to Ferrer Bobet's devotion to quality and authenticity. |
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Rioja | 4 | 94 (VN) |
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£711.00 |
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Vinous (94)(85% tempranillo and 15% graciano) Glass-staining purple. Youthfully backward nose displays inky dark berry and plum aromas, along with licorice, espresso and dark chocolate. Then shockingly fresh and precise on the palate, offering sweet black raspberry and blueberry flavors, with powerful tannins adding structure. Coats the palate and reaches every nook and cranny of the mouth, gaining spice and cracked pepper nuances with air. As powerful as this wine is, there's an uncanny weightlessness to it that is intriguing. Finishes clean and long, with lingering spiciness. |
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Jumilla | 20 | - |
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£102.00 |
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From the scenic vineyards of Jumilla, Spain, Finca Bacara Crazy Grapes 2015 is an exquisite embodiment of winemaking excellence. Skilfully crafted from a mix of Monastrell and Syrah grapes by Finca Bacara, a reputable producer known for their attention to detail and commitment to quality, this wine offers a sublime experience for the discerning palate. Grown in nutrient-rich limestone soils, the grapes for the Finca Bacara Crazy Grapes 2015 are carefully handpicked at the precise moment of maturity. This ensures the inimitable depth of flavour and complexity that make this vintage so sought after. The wine is then meticulously aged for six months in French and American oak barrels, imbuing it with distinct layers of taste. It possesses a vibrant ruby colour with an alluring aroma of berries, overlaid with subtle hints of spice and dark chocolate. On the palate, it is perfectly balanced, offering a full-bodied, sophisticated finish that lingers delightfully. |
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Aragon | 1 | - |
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£134.00 |
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Madrid | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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£294.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95)The nose of the 2016 Villages was stunning. It's a blend of Tempranillo with 9% Garnacha and 4% white Albillo from vineyards in Piquera de San Esteban, Fuentelcésped, Hontangas, Cuevas de Provanco, Quintanilla de Onésimo and Trigueros del Valle. It fermented by soil types with indigenous yeasts and some 20% full clusters (the Garnacha was 100% whole clusters) and matured in a mixture of 225-liter barriques, 600-liter demi-muids and 1,200-liter foudres for 21 months. The élevage was very respectful with the wine, which comes through as floral and terribly aromatic, ripe without excess and with a medium to full-bodied palate, pungent flavors and great length and persistence. The tannins are round and velvety, and there is a sense of integration and balance that I liked very much. 16,140 bottles and 230 magnums were filled in July 2018. |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 98 (TA) |
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Tim Atkin MW (98)It’s easy to forget that the first vintage of Garmón was as recent as 2014 such is the quality of the wine, but the García family’s longstanding association with the region has certainly contributed to its success Picked 10 days later than the 2017 this is my favourite release yet, combining vineyards aged between 30 and 100 years in Anguix, Baños de Valdearados, Moradillo and Tubilla. Chalky, balanced and effortlessly refined, with notes of red berries, fennel and spice, subtle oak and thrilling freshness. A truly great Ribera. |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 97 (TA) |
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Tim Atkin MW (97)Eduardo García used fruit from six different villages – Anguix, Baños de Valdearados. La Aguilera, Moradillo, Quintanilla de Onésimo and Tubilla del Lago – to produce the latest vintage of this world-class red, blending their characters as an artist might mix a palette of colours. Spicy, chalky, structured yet refined, with haunting perfume, subtle oak, enviable density, energy and poise and the concentration to age. |
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Castilla y Leon | 2 | 94 (WA) |
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Wine Advocate (94)The 2019 Hacienda Monasterio is floral, aromatic and precise, showing good but contained ripeness, with 15% alcohol. It's a similar blend as in previous years—80% Tinto Fino, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Merlot and 2% Malbec. This is the first vintage they used their new 10,000-liter oak vat, so there are more lots fermented separately and then blended to create this cuvée that shows very good balance, juiciness, concentration, structure and power but with freshness and balance. Their idea is to gradually replace the Merlot with Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon, but that's going to be a slow process. They have 12 different soils classified on the property, and in 2019 they selected different soils for each wine, something that was not done in 2017; there will be more changes in this direction in the future. 182,666 bottles produced. It was bottled in June 2021. |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 97 (TA) |
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Tim Atkin MW (97)This superb Reserva from the textbook, cooler climate 2016 vintage is one of the best young wines I have ever tasted from Carlos de la Fuente and Peter Sisseck. Marrying Tinto Fino with 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, aged in 40% new wood, this comes from a parcel with a very high limestone content, which adds freshness on these warm slopes. Scented, graceful and refined, it has cassis and blackberry fruit, graceful tannins, subtle wood and a long, tapering finish. Exceptional winemaking. 2023-32 |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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Wine Advocate (95)Somehow I didn't taste the 2017 Hacienda Monasterio, but I did taste the 2017 Reserva, which is quite impressive for such a challenging year in Ribera del Duero. They suffered less from the frost on the property, which is quite warm and usually frost-free. The wine has a seductive nose that combines raspberries and cranberries with herbs and flowers. It's ripe at 15% alcohol, but it does not show heat or alcohol. This is 80% to 82% Tinto Fino and the rest Cabernet Sauvignon that matured in barrel for some 20 months. It's medium to full-bodied, juicy, rich and velvety, with fine, chalky tannins. The wine really transcends the challenges of the vintage and delivers more than I expected. 35,000 bottles produced. |
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The top shelf expression of Hacienda Monasterio, the Reserva Especial is not produced every year and could be the equivalent of a Gran Reserva. It is typically a Temperanillo-dominated blend complemented with Cabernet Sauvignon. Quantities may vary but for the 2015 vintage, only 4,000 bottles were produced. Although sitting in bottle for years now, the estate doesn’t allow anyone to taste the wine until it's actually released, which is usually a few months later in the calendar year than its younger siblings.
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Catalunya | 4 | 93 (VN) |
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Vinous (93)Brilliant ruby-red. A complex, expansive bouquet evokes red fruit preserves, smoky minerals, exotic spices and candied flowers that show excellent clarity. Sappy, alluringly sweet and penetrating on the palate, offering juicy black raspberry, cherry liqueur, spicecake flavors and a suave floral undertone. Plays richness off of energy adroitly and shows no rough edges. The mineral and spice notes drive an impressively long, sharply delineated finish that's framed by velvety, steadily mounting tannins. |
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Castilla La Mancha | 1 | - |
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Discover the complex allure of Jimenez Landi Ataulfos 2018, a magnificent Garnacha expression from the heights of Sierra de Gredos, Spain. Stemming from the esteemed Jiménez-Landi winery, this selection comes from an organic farm cultivating centenary Garnacha vines, where tradition meets sustainable viticulture. Respect for nature is paramount in the crafting of this delectable wine which then spends 18 unforgettable months in French oak barrels. Its robust structure, intertwined with splendid red fruit notes, lures your senses whilst the extensive mineral undertones speak of the unique granite soils it hails from. Silky tannins and lasting, vibrant cocoa finish make every sip of Jimenez Landi Ataulfos 2018 an experience. Renowned critics echo our sentiment, awarding it an esteemed 94 points. Jimenez Landi Ataulfos 2018 is ultimately a reflection of its terrain, a testament to its maker's passion, presenting a unique sensory journey into the heart of Sierra de Gredos. Savour the exquisite, the exceptional, the true essence of Spanish winemaking. |
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Rioja | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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Wine Advocate (95)2001 is a great vintage for all the wines from La Rioja Alta but the long-awaited 2001 Gran Reserva 890 is otherworldly. 2001 was a slow maturing vintage which produced smaller grapes especially in the old vineyards on the slopes of the Sierra Cantabria in the villages of Brinas, Labastida and Villalba where the vineyards that make it into this wine are located. The final blend contains a majority of Tempranillo with 3% Graciano and 2% Mazuelo. The wine ferments with the natural yeasts attached to the grapes in stainless steel vats and is aged for six years in used American oak barrels with 12 manual rackings. A selection of the best barrels were blended together and bottled unfiltered in March 2008. Only 15,000 bottles were produced. It shows (even) younger and more concentrated than the 2004 904, a darker shade of red and a somehow backward and reticent nose (relatively speaking) of forest floor, cold bonfire, antique shop, truffles, game, sandalwood, nutmeg and clove. The fruit is also a little darker and the palate more austere, but still showing vibrant and supple, with clean flavors and a great finish. This is my favorite modern time 890. Bravo! Drink 2016-2026. |
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Rioja | 1 | 96 (JS) |
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James Suckling (96)Lovely dried red fruit, such as plums with just a hint of prunes. Cedar, walnut and leather undertones. Full-bodied with lots of fruit, considering its age, as well as hints of smoke, tobacco, bark and black tea. Some balsamic at the finish. Traditionally styled with lovely results. Drink or hold. |
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James Suckling (97)A perfumed nose of plums, mulberries, mushrooms, caramel, sweet tobacco and sweet spices. Full-bodied with velvety, fine tannins and lively acidity. Balanced and supple with a creamy texture. Delicate and precise with a long, polished finish. 90% tempranillo and 10% graciano. Drink or hold. |
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Rioja | 1 | 93 (VN) |
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Vinous (93)Dark ruby. A deeply perfumed bouquet evokes spice-tinged dark fruit preserves, potpourri, vanilla and incense, and a smoky mineral overtone builds as the wine opens up. Sappy and broad on the palate, offering weighty blackberry, cherry-vanilla and spicecake flavors that turn spicier with air. Shows excellent precision on the persistent finish, which features sweet dark fruit liqueur and floral elements and harmonious tannins. |
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Rioja | 1 | 94 (TA) |
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Tim Atkin MW (94)La Rioja Alta is one of the most traditional wineries in Haro’s Barrio de la Estación, famous for producing wines that are good to drink on release, but also age beautifully in bottle. This new Gran Reserva, made from Tempranillo with 6% Graciano for added backbone, is very much a reflection of the cooler, more “Atlantic” 2014 vintage. La Rioja Alta didn’t make its top two Gran Reservas – 904 and 890 – in 2014, so all of its best grapes were used for Viña Arana. Fine and elegant, with vibrant acidity, notes of coconut and cinnamon from the American oak and a core of savoury, refreshing tobacco leaf and red berry flavours framed by fine, caressing tannins. Old-fashioned Rioja at its glorious best. |
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Rioja | 4 | 96 (DC) |
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Decanter (96)Beautiful nose coconut cream, vanilla and mocha nose. Smooth and mellow on the rich and velvety palate with lots of sweet spices, dates and chocolate-covered currants. Long-lasting and utterly delicious. |
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Rioja | 1 | 94+ (WA) |
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Wine Advocate (94+)The 2016 Viña Ardanza Reserva was produced with 80% Tempranillo and 20% Garnacha that matured in used American oak barrels for three years, where it was hand-racked from barrel to barrel six times in the case of Tempranillo and five times for the Garnacha, as it had a slightly shorter élevage of 30 months. Against all odds, I found the 2016 to be fresher than the 2015 and less developed, despite the fact that winemaker Julio Sáenz told me he considers it a warmer year. But I have found many wines I like in 2016, and the wine feels very clean and quite harmonious, younger and less developed, with more primary notes and a velvety mouthfeel. 600,000 bottles produced. The wine was bottled in June 2020. |
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