Pago de Carraovejas Ribera del Duero 2022 75cl
£39.14
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
La Rioja Alta Vina Ardanza Rioja Reserva 2019 37.5cl
£21.12
La Rioja Alta Vina Ardanza represents the pinnacle of traditional Rioja craftsmanship.
This Reserva showcases the winery's signature elegance through a refined blend of Tempranillo with Garnacha, aged in American oak to develop layers of ripe cherry, leather, and subtle spice. The half-bottle format offers the perfect introduction to this iconic producer's heritage, delivering complexity and structure that rewards both immediate enjoyment and careful cellaring. A benchmark expression of classic Rioja style.
An emblematic Rioja showcasing beautiful balance, silkiness and opulence with aromatic spicy notes enveloping rich, red fruits and a long, smooth finish
Embrujo del Campo Organic Verdejo 2024 75cl
£8.68
This is a dry, restrained Spanish white, with hay and fennel flavours rounded out by plums and pears, and ending on a refined note of citrus
Bodegas Ondarre, Rioja, 'Primeur' 2022 75cl
£13.25
A generous and smooth youthful Rioja, with enticing notes of fresh black fruits, hints of oak spice and a textured palate full of terroir expression
Bodegas Ondarre, Ondarre Reserva, Rioja 2019 75cl
£16.38
Leather, vanilla and spice of traditionally made Rioja enveloped in an elegant and textured palate
Hugonell, Reserva, Rioja 2019 75cl
£16.37
A traditional and rich Rioja showing vanilla, red fruit and tobacco flavours, spicy and savoury
Pere Ventura Tresor Cuvee Gran Reserva 2019 75cl
£16.57
Pere Ventura Tresor Cuvée Gran Reserva represents the pinnacle of Catalan sparkling winemaking. This Gran Reserva cuvée undergoes extended ageing on its lees, developing remarkable complexity and a refined bead. Expect elegant stone fruit, brioche, and subtle almond notes with a creamy palate and persistent finish.
This vintage showcases the house's commitment to traditional méthode champenoise techniques, delivering a sophisticated sparkling wine worthy of celebration or serious collection. A benchmark expression from one of Spain's most respected producers.
Sierra Cantabria Rioja Gran Reserva 2016 75cl
£33.16
A colossally complex, sumptuous, beautifully mature Gran Reserva, with a fabulously intricate and inviting bouquet of vanilla, fig, dark chocolate, vanilla bean, black truffle and autumn leaves The palate utterly lives up to the expectation set by the nose: super-soft, mature tannins; full-bodied and crammed with pronounced flavours of dates, seasoned wood, liquorice, hot tar, woodsmoke and brown cardamom Superb length on the palate Awesome wine, outstanding quality
Bodegas Martin Codax Espumoso Albarino 75cl NV
£26.00
The apperance is bright, clean and with golden reflections Citric and fruity (green apple) nose, with an important balsamic note (aromatic herbs…) The varietal aromas are perfectly balanced with the lees and bakery notes created during the aging On the palate, the creaminess from the lees is prominent and it has a living bubble which is very well integrated, providing it with freshness and persistence
Albali Sauvignon Blanc Low Alcohol 2023 75cl
£5.03
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
Sierra Cantabria Rioja Garnacha 2020 75cl
£20.41
Elegant and beautifully balanced, this has black cherry, pomegranate, liquorice and spice flavours, seasoned with the most delicate touch of oak and Garnacha's natural delicate pepperiness From a single vineyard planted in 1927 in the village of San Vicente de la Sonsierra, this is a comparatively rare varietal Garnacha from the Rioja Alta sub-region Rated 95/100 by James Suckling: "a phenomenal wine" and 92/100 by The Wine Advocate: "a great vintage of finesse, really spectacular and improving in the glass"
Nivarius 'Edicion Limitada' White Rioja 2020 75cl
£22.64
Nivarius's limited-edition white Rioja showcases the region's lesser-known potential beyond its celebrated reds.
This vintage blends traditional Rioja character with the freshness of white varietals, delivering crisp acidity and subtle stone-fruit notes. The 'Edicion Limitada' designation signals a carefully curated release, likely produced in modest quantities to preserve quality and exclusivity. Ideal for those seeking to explore Spain's white wine heritage or add complexity to a Rioja-focused collection.
A refreshing, textured and beautifully balanced white Rioja with baked apple, floral and balsamic notes, layered with nutty tones and a hint of minerality
Bodegas Paniza, 'Dama D Roca' Garnacha, Carinena 2023 75cl
£11.28
With vibrant aromas of ripe brambly fruits, this wine is juicy on the palate with hints of spice and vanilla
Bideona, Rioja, Tempranillo de Laderas 2021 75cl
£16.46
A pure and precise wine with aromas of cherries and red berries layered with thyme through to a fresh palate with lovely fruit flavours