Pago de Carraovejas Ribera del Duero 2020 75cl
£38.75
This is the new standard of top flight Ribera del Duero, located on the fabled Golden Mile , where the very finest estates are found It is incredibly complex, and while beautiful to drink immediately, it will also reward cellaring It has a delectable aroma of sumptuous red fruit, liquorice, gingerbread and freshly-baked apricot flan, with the most delicate seasoning of toasted oak Despite being a ripe and rich-textured wine, it gives the overall impression of beautiful balance and elegance Superb Pago de Carraovejas is a Spanish institution originally conceived in 1987 when the country's top sommelier, Jose Maria Ruiz, needed a wine elegant enough to pair with his suckling pig that he was hitherto unable to find on the market Ever since, the wine has sold out on allocation At the hands of Pingus winemaker, Patricia Benitiez, and with input from incredible winemakers such as Vega Sicilia's Javier Ausas, it truly is the new standard of modern Ribera del Duero wines With some of the highest vineyards in the region at 850m elevation, the clay-rich limestone soils bring beautiful refinement and perfect ripeness to the Tinto Fino, Cabernet and Merlot grapes
Bodegas Ondarre, 'Valdebaron Blanco', Rioja 2022 75cl
£11.58
A creamy and savoury Tempranillo Blanco, with delicate aromas of white flowers layered with ripe melon interlaced with ginger through to a deliciously refreshing finish
Care Blanco Sobre Lias 2022 75cl
£9.37
Fresh and intense aromas of greengage, pineapple and amalfi lemon, with a hint of asian spice There is a coolness and fragrance that is very enticing On the palate the silky Garnacha Blanco and Chardonnay blend is elegant yet vibrant with bright acidity The finely exotic fruits are persistent, crisp and refreshing, and there is hint of creaminess on the finish
Abadia Retuerta Le Domaine White 2020 75cl
£43.56
The sun drenched soils of Abadia Retuerta's vineyards in Sardon de Duero are perfect for ripening the Sauvignon Blanc and Verdejo grapes for this complex, age-worthy wine On the nose there is an intense bouquet of honey, preserved peaches, ginger and white flowers, alongside subtle notes of mint and embers The palate opens softly, with exotic citrus, grapefruit and apple, merging with hints of freshly cut hay and aniseed The structure has a perfectly alignment of crisp acidity, warming spicy fruit and a long, lingering finish
Care Tinto Sobre Lias 2022 75cl
£9.46
Complex nose with fragrant and ripe red and black fruit On the palate the wine shows powerful fruit, which is perfectly balanced, full and intense Long finish
Bodegas Ondarre, Ondarre Reserva, Rioja 2018 75cl
£13.49
Leather, vanilla and spice of traditionally made Rioja enveloped in an elegant and textured palate
Ramon Bilbao Crianza Half 2018 37.5cl
£12.72
Rioja from a respected producer, full of black fruit plus an intriguing sour note, so that added to the sweetness of blackberries and blackcurrants comes the tang of blackberry yoghurt
Pazo do Mar, 'Coral do Mar', Rias Baixas, Albarino 2022 75cl
£15.61
Fresh flavours of orange peel, peach and white flowers with a rich mouthfeel Classic spicy Albarino
Ramon Bilbao Journey Collection Reserva 2016 75cl
£20.46
Sumptuous and classic, with lush blackberry fruit intermingled with deep, chocolatey richness and complex nuances of cedar, leather and spice Rich and velvety in texture, it has superb balance on the palate, and a long finish Already matured to a fine mellowness, this is fully ready to be enjoyed now or over the next 2-3 years
Abadia Retuerta Cellar Release Seleccion Especial 2011 75cl
£58.60
Produced from a selection of the best grapes from Abadia Retuerta s vineyards, this deep coloured, complex red combines the richness of Tempranillo, the elegance of Cabernet Sauvignon and the strength of Syrah The nose is fresh and vibrant, full of ripe black and red fruits combined with lingering notes of balsamic, liquorice and sweet oak wood The full bodied, creamy palate is structured by smooth tannins, juicy ripe fruits and a hint of cedar 2011 was one of Abadia Retuerta s best ever vintages, delivering a style of wine that can be drunk with pleasure right now or left to develop further complexities over the next few years
Hiruzta, Txakoli, Hondarribia 2022 75cl
£15.92
Packed with flavours of apple, pear and grapefruit with a slight refreshing spritz through to a dry, mineral and salivating finish
Ossian Vides y Vinos Ossian Organic Verdejo 2020 75cl
£34.38
An extraordinary wine from a unique place on earth, Ossian is the fruit of vines almost 200 years old - survivors of the Phylloxera pandemic that scourged the world's vineyards in the late 19th Century It has a lovely rich, lush juicy-ripe pear fruitiness; strongly reminiscent of young white Burgundy This is followed by a green fennel herbal character that sets it apart as something distinct and utterly unique Also akin to Burgundy is the finely-applied veneer of top-quality oak, which enhances but does not obscure the wine's singular personality Underneath all this is a tight, grippy 'mineral' character, suggesting that, while enjoyable now, this should also develop beautifully over a few years The ancient vines have never been grafted, and have developed their own extensive root system deep into the sand and slate terroir that has protected them for centuries, and which contributes greatly to the notable balance and expressiveness in the wine
Albali Sauvignon Blanc Low Alcohol 2021 75cl
£4.84
De-alcoholised Sauvignon Blanc from Spain It smells of tinned grapefruit and guava, and tastes tart and sweet - with sugar used in an attempt to fill the hole left by the removal of the alcohol
Alma Carraovejas Anejon 2018 75cl
£84.00
Harmony on the nose, silkiness, elegance and a long aftertaste, with a delicate mineral touch and a balsamic background
Vinedos Sierra Cantabria Rioja Amancio 2019 75cl
£89.10
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!