Sierra Cantabria Rose Rioja 2023 75cl
£14.38
Beautifully delicate pink in appearance, with raspberry and rose petal aromas, it has fabulous freshness and delicacy, yet personality by the barrelful Superb juicy fruit character on the palate, with refreshing acidity and deliciously sustained flavour on the finish One of the First Growths of Rioja, boasting a collection of the region's most outstanding vineyards and Spain s greatest living winemaker, Sierra Cantabria s red wines deservedly command high prices All of which makes this excellent rose amazingly good value
Vintae Rioja Tempranillo Heredad de Tejada 2019 75cl
£14.96
Assemblage of aromas from the barrel (cream, cocoa and vanilla) with black as well as ripe fruits Typical Tempranillo liquorice aromas at the end with spicy notes Pleasant, elegant profile shows fresh sensations from beginning to end A good structure, provided by the Tempranillo variety, but with the velvety character of its barrel aging In the end it is reminiscent of cherry and leaves a very pleasant unctuous feeling
Dominio de Fontana, Ucles, Tempranillo Syrah Roble 2021 75cl
£10.69
A smooth, juicy and full flavoured red with expressive notes of ripe blood orange complemented by notes of pepper, cocoa and a subtle hint of vanilla
Senorio de San Vicente Rioja San Vicente 2020 75cl
£56.99
Described by Robert Parker as Rioja made in the image of a Chateau Margaux, where richness is combined with elegance," this is an exceptional and unique wine, made entirely from Tempranillo Peludo, which grows around the village of San Vicente de la Sonsierra 'Peludo' means 'hairy', and it is so-named because of the downy undersides of the leaves Unlike most Tempranillo, Peludo requires a long season to ripen, and produces unusually low yields The wine comes from a single vineyard called La Canoca, which sits at close to 600m elevation at the foot of the Sierra Cantabria mountains All these factors make producing it a risky business, and indeed in some years, the Eguren family has not produced any However, the risk is worth it due to its unforgettable intensity, complexity and ageability A sensational, must-try wine that is irresistible young yet capable of cellaring for many years
Embrujo del Campo Organic Tempranillo 2023 75cl
£8.63
A wonderfully expressive red, serving up a palate of black fruit - blackcurrants, blackberries - elevated by a fragrant sprinkling of spice
Bideona Vino de Pueblo, Laguardia L4GD4, Rioja 2020 75cl
£30.31
A light and perfumed wine with delicate, floral aromas of wild strawberries and violets complemented by a long, mineral core
Pikes Los Companeros Shiraz/Tempranillo 2021 75cl
£12.96
With appealing herby-peppery aromas and only the most subtle seasoning of oak, this is silky-soft with lovely perfume, nuances of basil and clove, and an irresistibly vibrant, juicy cherry and blackberry fruit character This has a surprising level of complexity, with an iron-like 'mineral' character behind the fruit, spice and herb elements Perfect companions, Tempranillo provides aromatic lift and a textural element to the soft richness of the Shiraz There is no new oak here, to allow the fruit to really sing
Bodegas Ondarre, Ondarre, Rioja, Graciano 2022 75cl
£12.84
Gamey and savoury aromas prelude a densely flavoured palate with blackberry and blueberry flavours, rich and robust
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
Encantador, Tempranillo Syrah 2021 75cl
£8.23
A juicy red wine oozing with aromas of red fruits, black plum and a spicy note of freshly ground pepper, juicy and inviting
Hugonell, Joven, Rioja 2022 75cl
£9.89
Plum and juicy red cherry flavours combine with hints of vanilla and spice
Vinedos Sierra Cantabria Rioja Reserva Unica 2019 75cl
£30.41
This is an outstanding Rioja Reserva, from vines at least thirty years old, growing around the village of San Vicente de la Sonsierra: 97% Tempranillo with a seasoning of Graciano More French than American oak is used for the ageing, and only 30% of the barrels are first-fill, meaning that the initial - and enduring - impression of the wine is of the wonderfully expressive, lifted, aromatic fruit The barrels simply serve to round out the texture and add complexity to the wine, their flavour never dominates
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