Vinedos Sierra Cantabria Rioja Finca El Bosque 2020 75cl
£77.04
An incredibly distinguished wine from the tiny, 14 hectare, El Bosque vineyard, planted on a deep gravel terrace overlooking the Ebro River Sierra Cantabria's Eguren family recognised the similarity of this well-drained site to the great growths of Bordeaux, and the concentration and complexity of its miniscule annual yield are truly awesome A wine for an extremely special occasion The exceptional quality of the vineyard is reflected in the intensity of aromas and flavours, exquisite finesse and extraordinary length, and the ability to mature for many years
Vinedos Sierra Cantabria Rioja Blanco Organza 2021 75cl
£33.38
A real eye-opener, and a must-try for anyone who appreciates great white Burgundy Bright golden in the glass, it offers a nose of tropical fruit, sweet spice and a mineral tang Wild herbs, beeswax, grapefruit and nutmeg combine to create a complex palate
Bideona, 'Mayela', Rioja Alavesa 2021 75cl
£11.63
Pure aromas of dark cherry and blackberry are layered with a touch of violet and clove through to a concentrated palate beautifully balanced by chalky tannins and a long, mineral finish
Vinedos Sierra Cantabria Rioja Amancio 2020 75cl
£77.02
The Eguren s most cherished Rioja vineyard is called La Veguilla, planted 1975 at San Vicente de la Sonsierra The vines here produce just two or three bunches of grapes each year, and the fruit quality is already outstanding However, to make Amancio, La Veguilla's most exquisite individual grapes are selected and de-stemmed by hand The wine therefore requires longer ageing in top-quality, new French oak Bordeaux barrels, which is why it is released the latest It also demands further ageing in the bottle to truly show its extraordinary nature, so be prepared to hold on to it for a few years With maturity, you can expect an impressive explosion of flavour complexity: black cherries, dark chocolate, figs, aniseed, dried herbs, woodsmoke, soy sauce, spices and beef stock Patience required, but absolutely worth the wait!
Hugonell, Joven, Rioja 2022 75cl
£9.89
Plum and juicy red cherry flavours combine with hints of vanilla and spice
Bideona, Vino de Pueblo, Villabuena V1BN4, Rioja Alavesa 2019 75cl
£30.31
Pure and ripe red berry aromas lead to a supple and elegant palate with hints of mint and chocolate through to a satisfyingly rich finish
Bodegas Ondarre, Ondarre Reserva, Rioja 2018 150cl
£29.28
Leather, vanilla and spice of traditionally made Rioja enveloped in an elegant and textured palate