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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(1x75cl) 2015Tim Atkin MW (96)
The latest vintage of Etienne Cordonnier’s wine, made with the help of Rioja legend Jesus Madrazo, is every bit as exciting as the 2014. Now housed in its own winery in Languardia, this is fasting turning into one of the very best producers in the region. Combining Tempranillo with 7% Graciano, it’s wonderfully perfumed and refined with polished tannins, tangy acidity and orange peel and blackberry fruit flavours. Delicious.Inc. VAT£98.65 -
Tim Atkin MW (96)
The latest vintage of Etienne Cordonnier’s wine, made with the help of Rioja legend Jesus Madrazo, is every bit as exciting as the 2014. Now housed in its own winery in Languardia, this is fasting turning into one of the very best producers in the region. Combining Tempranillo with 7% Graciano, it’s wonderfully perfumed and refined with polished tannins, tangy acidity and orange peel and blackberry fruit flavours. Delicious.Inc. VAT£311.09 -
Tim Atkin MW (97)
Now established in his own state-of-the-art modern winery and the owner of 19 hectares in Languardia, Navaridas and Lapueble de Labarca, divided into 19 different parcels, Etienne Cordonnier is producing one of Rioja’s most distinguished wines. The 2016 is the best release yet, made from Tempranillo and 8% Graciano and showing scented, floral elegance, fine tannins and subtle wood. Margaux meets Rioja?Inc. VAT£87.86 -
Tim Atkin MW (97)
Now established in his own state-of-the-art modern winery and the owner of 19 hectares in Languardia, Navaridas and Lapueble de Labarca, divided into 19 different parcels, Etienne Cordonnier is producing one of Rioja’s most distinguished wines. The 2016 is the best release yet, made from Tempranillo and 8% Graciano and showing scented, floral elegance, fine tannins and subtle wood. Margaux meets Rioja?Inc. VAT£361.24 -
(6x75cl) 2020Deliciously rewarding, the Vina Zorzal Senora de las Alturas 2020 is an embodiment of modern Meaño winemaking. Situated in the Salnés Valley, a distinguished wine-producing region on Spain's Galician Atlantic coast, Vina Zorzal cultivates Albariño grapes on its verdant vineyards. The wine has an appealing golden yellow colour, signalling its maturity. The producer's craftsmanship shines through in the distinctive citrus and floral notes on the nose, followed by a palate that balances well between zesty fruit and fresh acidity, resulting in a memorable finish.
Contemporary techniques employed by Vina Zorzal include careful hand-harvesting and meticulous temperature-controlled fermentation, which ensure the vibrant varietal character is preserved. The founders, who hail from the Moraza family, have harmonised historic winemaking traditions with innovative practices, garnering international acclaim for their Vina Zorzal Senora de las Alturas 2020.
Inc. VAT£225.20 -
Wine Advocate (96)
The 2021 Señora de Las Alturas comes from an ancient plot on the gravel and silt soils on the banks of the Alhama River that they call Pontigos that also produces their wine Lecciones de Vuelo that is a collaboration with a different winemaker every year. It fermented in open 1,000-liter pools with 5% Garnacha Blanca followed by malolactic and 15 months' élevage in second use 500-liter French oak barrels. It has moderate ripeness, a medium-bodied palate, moderate alcohol (13.66%) and very fine tannins. There is a turn toward finesse and elegance in all the wines, and it is also noticeable here. This is a wine that feels very consistent too. It's serious and balanced, with elegant notes of flowers, berries and herbs and super fine gained tannins. Superb, and as with many wines, this is their finest vintage to date. 2,000 bottles produced. It was bottled in January 2023.Inc. VAT£251.15 -
Tim Atkin MW (97)
What a début! Even given the distinguished track record of consultant Jean-Claude Berrouet, this is a remarkable wine. Elegant and refreshing, it has very fine tannins, floral top notes, subtle oak and just a hint of leafiness from 10% Cabernet Sauvignon.Inc. VAT£354.98 -
Tim Atkin MW (97)
What a début! Even given the distinguished track record of consultant Jean-Claude Berrouet, this is a remarkable wine. Elegant and refreshing, it has very fine tannins, floral top notes, subtle oak and just a hint of leafiness from 10% Cabernet Sauvignon.Inc. VAT£552.84 -
Tim Atkin MW (97)
What a début! Even given the distinguished track record of consultant Jean-Claude Berrouet, this is a remarkable wine. Elegant and refreshing, it has very fine tannins, floral top notes, subtle oak and just a hint of leafiness from 10% Cabernet Sauvignon.Inc. VAT£526.18 -
Tim Atkin MW (97)
How do you follow up a first release as stunning as the 2016? Simple: make a wine that's every bit as good, albeit from a very different vintage. This multi-zone blend of Tempranillo and 3% Cabernet Sauvignon uses high altitude vineyards in Fuentenebro as its core, which gives it remarkable freshness and lift. The tannins are silky, the oak svelte and aromatic, the fruit sweet and layered, the finish long and engaging. Rapidly confirming itself as one of Spain's best reds.Inc. VAT£428.15 -
Vinous (96)
The 2019 Vivaltus hails from Ribera del Duero and was aged up to 12 months in barrel and amphora. Garnet in color, it opens with licorice and wild herbs—laurel and meadow tones—then shifts into black and red fruit, adding complexity. The palate is compact, with reactive fine-grained tannins and a lightly angular structure, finishing with a soft chalky feel. A warmer vintage is evident in the riper fruit and tannin profile. It will evolve more quickly in bottle than the 2018.Inc. VAT£411.35 -
(6x150cl) 2009Wine Advocate (90)
The 2009 Celia Vizcarra comes from 57-year-old vines in Mambrilla de Castrejon and is blended with 7% Garnacha, then raised in new 400-liter barrels for 18 months. It has a dense, very pure bouquet with dark cherries, blueberry and a hint of violet that blossoms nicely with aeration. The palate is medium-bodied with fine delineation: silky smooth with red cherries, blueberry and orange zest that leads to a refined, caressing finish where the oak is in synch with the fruit. Very fine. Drink 2013-2020.Inc. VAT£808.01 -
Wine Advocate (89)
The 2009 Vizcarra Torralvo comes from Mambrilla de Castrejon from organically grown vines and is aged in new barriques, 95% French and the rest American. It actually handles the oak well and offers attractive notes of kirsch fused with orange blossom on the nose. The palate is rounded and harmonious on the entry with good acidity, leading to a refined, focused finish that suggests some thoughtful winemaking. Drink now-2017.Inc. VAT£209.98 -
(6x75cl) 2019Experience an exemplary expression of viticulture with the sophisticated Zorzal Malayeto 2019. A sublime offering from the maestros of Bodegas Zorzal, this exquisite wine hails from Navarra, Spain. The Zorzal Malayeto 2019 beautifully manifests the full potential of the Garnacha grape variety, harvested from old, unirrigated, and meticulously tended vineyards. Understandably, digital wine publications and industry insiders unanimously celebrate it for its outstanding character. The wine manifests a vibrant plum colour, underpinned by an impressively fragrant bouquet. Its nuanced complexity on the palate ranges between dark fruit notes, delicate floral hints, and a subtly spiced earthiness. Amid its elegant structure, a profound minerality proudly shines through, underlining Zorzal's commitment to reflecting the purest terroir expression. Skilfully aged in French oak for nine months, Zorzal Malayeto 2019's vibrant acidity and ripe, fine-grained tannins complete its harmoniously balanced profile. A fine choice for the discerning oenophile.
Inc. VAT£167.60
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(1x75cl) 2015
Tim Atkin MW (96)
The latest vintage of Etienne Cordonnier’s wine, made with the help of Rioja legend Jesus Madrazo, is every bit as exciting as the 2014. Now housed in its own winery in Languardia, this is fasting turning into one of the very best producers in the region. Combining Tempranillo with 7% Graciano, it’s wonderfully perfumed and refined with polished tannins, tangy acidity and orange peel and blackberry fruit flavours. Delicious.In Bond£79.00 -
Tim Atkin MW (96)
The latest vintage of Etienne Cordonnier’s wine, made with the help of Rioja legend Jesus Madrazo, is every bit as exciting as the 2014. Now housed in its own winery in Languardia, this is fasting turning into one of the very best producers in the region. Combining Tempranillo with 7% Graciano, it’s wonderfully perfumed and refined with polished tannins, tangy acidity and orange peel and blackberry fruit flavours. Delicious.In Bond£240.00 -
Tim Atkin MW (97)
Now established in his own state-of-the-art modern winery and the owner of 19 hectares in Languardia, Navaridas and Lapueble de Labarca, divided into 19 different parcels, Etienne Cordonnier is producing one of Rioja’s most distinguished wines. The 2016 is the best release yet, made from Tempranillo and 8% Graciano and showing scented, floral elegance, fine tannins and subtle wood. Margaux meets Rioja?In Bond£70.00 -
Tim Atkin MW (97)
Now established in his own state-of-the-art modern winery and the owner of 19 hectares in Languardia, Navaridas and Lapueble de Labarca, divided into 19 different parcels, Etienne Cordonnier is producing one of Rioja’s most distinguished wines. The 2016 is the best release yet, made from Tempranillo and 8% Graciano and showing scented, floral elegance, fine tannins and subtle wood. Margaux meets Rioja?In Bond£285.00 -
(6x75cl) 2020
Deliciously rewarding, the Vina Zorzal Senora de las Alturas 2020 is an embodiment of modern Meaño winemaking. Situated in the Salnés Valley, a distinguished wine-producing region on Spain's Galician Atlantic coast, Vina Zorzal cultivates Albariño grapes on its verdant vineyards. The wine has an appealing golden yellow colour, signalling its maturity. The producer's craftsmanship shines through in the distinctive citrus and floral notes on the nose, followed by a palate that balances well between zesty fruit and fresh acidity, resulting in a memorable finish.
Contemporary techniques employed by Vina Zorzal include careful hand-harvesting and meticulous temperature-controlled fermentation, which ensure the vibrant varietal character is preserved. The founders, who hail from the Moraza family, have harmonised historic winemaking traditions with innovative practices, garnering international acclaim for their Vina Zorzal Senora de las Alturas 2020.
In Bond£167.00 -
Wine Advocate (96)
The 2021 Señora de Las Alturas comes from an ancient plot on the gravel and silt soils on the banks of the Alhama River that they call Pontigos that also produces their wine Lecciones de Vuelo that is a collaboration with a different winemaker every year. It fermented in open 1,000-liter pools with 5% Garnacha Blanca followed by malolactic and 15 months' élevage in second use 500-liter French oak barrels. It has moderate ripeness, a medium-bodied palate, moderate alcohol (13.66%) and very fine tannins. There is a turn toward finesse and elegance in all the wines, and it is also noticeable here. This is a wine that feels very consistent too. It's serious and balanced, with elegant notes of flowers, berries and herbs and super fine gained tannins. Superb, and as with many wines, this is their finest vintage to date. 2,000 bottles produced. It was bottled in January 2023.In Bond£190.00 -
Tim Atkin MW (97)
What a début! Even given the distinguished track record of consultant Jean-Claude Berrouet, this is a remarkable wine. Elegant and refreshing, it has very fine tannins, floral top notes, subtle oak and just a hint of leafiness from 10% Cabernet Sauvignon.In Bond£282.50 -
Tim Atkin MW (97)
What a début! Even given the distinguished track record of consultant Jean-Claude Berrouet, this is a remarkable wine. Elegant and refreshing, it has very fine tannins, floral top notes, subtle oak and just a hint of leafiness from 10% Cabernet Sauvignon.In Bond£438.50 -
Tim Atkin MW (97)
What a début! Even given the distinguished track record of consultant Jean-Claude Berrouet, this is a remarkable wine. Elegant and refreshing, it has very fine tannins, floral top notes, subtle oak and just a hint of leafiness from 10% Cabernet Sauvignon.In Bond£418.50 -
Tim Atkin MW (97)
How do you follow up a first release as stunning as the 2016? Simple: make a wine that's every bit as good, albeit from a very different vintage. This multi-zone blend of Tempranillo and 3% Cabernet Sauvignon uses high altitude vineyards in Fuentenebro as its core, which gives it remarkable freshness and lift. The tannins are silky, the oak svelte and aromatic, the fruit sweet and layered, the finish long and engaging. Rapidly confirming itself as one of Spain's best reds.In Bond£337.50 -
Vinous (96)
The 2019 Vivaltus hails from Ribera del Duero and was aged up to 12 months in barrel and amphora. Garnet in color, it opens with licorice and wild herbs—laurel and meadow tones—then shifts into black and red fruit, adding complexity. The palate is compact, with reactive fine-grained tannins and a lightly angular structure, finishing with a soft chalky feel. A warmer vintage is evident in the riper fruit and tannin profile. It will evolve more quickly in bottle than the 2018.In Bond£323.50 -
(6x150cl) 2009
Wine Advocate (90)
The 2009 Celia Vizcarra comes from 57-year-old vines in Mambrilla de Castrejon and is blended with 7% Garnacha, then raised in new 400-liter barrels for 18 months. It has a dense, very pure bouquet with dark cherries, blueberry and a hint of violet that blossoms nicely with aeration. The palate is medium-bodied with fine delineation: silky smooth with red cherries, blueberry and orange zest that leads to a refined, caressing finish where the oak is in synch with the fruit. Very fine. Drink 2013-2020.In Bond£632.00 -
Wine Advocate (89)
The 2009 Vizcarra Torralvo comes from Mambrilla de Castrejon from organically grown vines and is aged in new barriques, 95% French and the rest American. It actually handles the oak well and offers attractive notes of kirsch fused with orange blossom on the nose. The palate is rounded and harmonious on the entry with good acidity, leading to a refined, focused finish that suggests some thoughtful winemaking. Drink now-2017.In Bond£155.00 -
(6x75cl) 2019
Experience an exemplary expression of viticulture with the sophisticated Zorzal Malayeto 2019. A sublime offering from the maestros of Bodegas Zorzal, this exquisite wine hails from Navarra, Spain. The Zorzal Malayeto 2019 beautifully manifests the full potential of the Garnacha grape variety, harvested from old, unirrigated, and meticulously tended vineyards. Understandably, digital wine publications and industry insiders unanimously celebrate it for its outstanding character. The wine manifests a vibrant plum colour, underpinned by an impressively fragrant bouquet. Its nuanced complexity on the palate ranges between dark fruit notes, delicate floral hints, and a subtly spiced earthiness. Amid its elegant structure, a profound minerality proudly shines through, underlining Zorzal's commitment to reflecting the purest terroir expression. Skilfully aged in French oak for nine months, Zorzal Malayeto 2019's vibrant acidity and ripe, fine-grained tannins complete its harmoniously balanced profile. A fine choice for the discerning oenophile.
In Bond£119.00
