Spain

Winemaker Notes After resting for 18 months in American oak barrels and 6 more in the bottle, it is a classic Tempranillo wine with which to enjoy at any time. In the mouth it surprises by its sweet tannins, spiced, marked by the ripe fruit, with expolsion of plums, black currants and cranberries. La Mancha 

92 points - James Suckling A red with fresh blackberries, black chocolate and flowers, both on the nose and palate. Medium to full body and firm, creamy tannins. Fresh and focused. Crushed-stone undertones.

91 points - i-winereview.com "Semi-opaque. An outstanding value in South African Pinotage, the 2017 vintage shows an effusive nose of dark cherry, chocolate and tobacco. It’s big and rich in the mouth with flavors that evoke black raspberry and dark cocoa powder. Quite ripe in style with a long finish. At 14.5° alcohol, it’s a big wine. - Don Winkler"

Wine Spectator 95 Points - This velvety red offers generous layers of cherry reduction, espresso, clove and loamy earth notes that are flanked with licorice, graphite and floral hints. Shows freshness and concentration. Drink now through 2039.

Winemaker Notes Clean and brilliant with an attractive, elegant garnet hue. Pleasant fresh aromatics with red berry fruit notes, such as raspberries, coming through along with balsamic hints. The whole combines to offer a complex, serious wine. Sweetness and attractive fruit character on the entry to the palate, then balsamic and licorice notes followed by an elegant finish with touches of...

The wine shows fresh aromas of red fruit –strawberry candy- on a very subtle background of sweet vanilla and cocoa. In mouth it is also fresh with balanced acidity, good length and absolutely velvety tannins. Burgo Viejo Rioja Tinto is made from 85% Tempranillo, 10% Garnacha & 5% Mazuelo Burgo Viejo Tinto comes from a careful selection of the grapes during the harvest followed by meticulous...

"Shows a lots of ripe garnacha character with strawberry and dry-earth aromas and flavors. Medium body, medium tannins and a juicy finish. From organically grown grapes. Drink now." - James Suckling (July 2019), 91 pts

James Suckling 90 Points "A fruity and plummy wine with just a hint of strawberry jam. Full body. Velvety tannins and a flavorful finish. Dense and layered. Some may find it a little heavy, but it’s lively. Drink now."

87 pts. Wine Enthusiast Savory berry aromas include hints of spice, rubber and latex. This 50–50 blend of Garnacha and Carignan is tight and pulling, with little to no excess weight. A mix of oak and red fruit flavors hums toward a raw, choppy finish with a woody note of clove.

James Suckling 90 Points "This has plenty of rich and ripe summer berries on offer with a wild-herb edge and some tarry nuances. The palate has a fresh, ripe and open-knit feel with purple fruit that holds the finish." Consentido, Monastrell Barrica is from the Yecla region of Spain. Produced from 25 year old vines, this tiny coastal region makes excellent wines from the perfect blend of cool...

"Ruby dark garnet in color, with an effusive creamy cherry cough drop and aquarium nose; flavors turn more toward deeper, darker black cherry and raspberry on a medium to medium full bodied frame, with moderate tannins and balanced acidity. A subtle earthiness underneath the bright fruit adds some depth and complexity, making for a harmonious glass of red wine."

James Suckling 93 Points “Hyacinth, violets and lavender are among the many floral notes of this redolent wine. The palate has a real sense of purity to it, with the tangy acidity highlighting the bright, dark-fruit tones. Medium-long on the finish. A blend of syrah, garnacha and monastrell.” RHWB – ruby purple color, On the nose, aromas of fresh red & blue fruits, some spices chime in, on...

Situated in the very south of Navarra, close to Rioja, Pago de Cirsus was founded in 1997 by famous Spanish movie maker Iñaki Núñez. He first renovated a 16th century building in Navarra, making it a plush hotel, then built a state of the art winery and planted a 137 hectare vineyard that’s now 20 years old. He sold it in 2014 to Alejandra Gomez and the upward trajectory continues. For 40+...

James Suckling 93 Points "Age has delivered a savory thread to the ripe, spiced dark-plum and earthy aromas on offer here. The palate is rich, plush and bold with plenty of ripe, dark plums and berries". Ultimate Wine Challenge 93 Points "Generous aromas of cassis, plum and fennel root leap from the glass. The palate displays a classic old world profile with dusty tannins and savory flavors. The...

89 points Decanter - this comes from Rías Baixas' most historic producer of the grape variety, established in 1904. Quite a broad style, rounded in the mouth, with soft, peachy fruit, and a refreshing seam of mouthwatering acidity. There's also an underlying note of preserved lemons – combining zesty citrus character with a hint of salinity. A lovely match for seafood. Would like to see it...

This fully Organic and sustainably produced & packaged Rueda offers a straw yellow color with bright green hues and exhibits fresh, citrus fruit and balsamic aromas that are typical of the Verdejo variety. Its simplicity and purity find a dynamic and seductive path between fresh flavors, finesse, and minerality. It is a fresh and crisp wine. VEGAN.

Deep ruby color with violet reflections. On the nose, aromas of fresh red fruit, blue flowers and spices stand out. In the mouth it’s wide, round and tasty. This is a crowd pleasing wine and very food friendly. Hyacinth, violets and lavender are among the many floral notes of this redolent wine. The palate has a real sense of purity to it, with the tangy acidity highlighting the bright,...

96 points James Suckling Lots of mushroom and walnut aromas with plum and leather, too. It’s full-bodied, but very soft and creamy-textured with lots of old wood, mushroom and ripe fruit on the finish. Some chocolate and hazelnut. Complex and gorgeous. Drink or hold.

91 points Wilfred Wong of Wine.com COMMENTARY: The 2018 Bodegas Lan Crianza is medium bodied and layered on the palate. TASTING NOTES: This wine exhibits aromas and flavors of ripe fruit, savory spices, and hints of oak. Pair it with grilled lamb chops.

92 points James Suckling - Aromas of blackberries, blueberries, dried flowers, bay leaves, iodine and cigar box. Medium-to full-bodied with fine tannins and fresh acidity. Spicy and vibrant with a velvety texture and a flavorful, polished finish.

Winemaker Notes The intense, nearly opaque color is unmistakably Mencia and speaks to the exotic nose and deep mix of sweet and savory notes of toffee and licorice. The concentration of flavor is balanced by high-acid, floral and earth elements.

92 points James Suckling Lots of toasted oak with coffee and chocolate to the ripe-plum character. It’s full-bodied and chewy with a polished undertone. Drink or hold.

Winemaker Notes Bright garnet red, with a noticeable purple rim. Nose with a very clear presence of ripe red fruit and stone fruits, such as cherry. After a light aeration, traces of fruit jam appear, followed by sweet notes of coconut and patisserie. Silky on the palate, with sublime tannins from start to finish, and a richness of texture from the high glycerol content. Long and persistent, with...

91 pts. James Suckling Review - A sweetly spiced nose of ripe blackberries, blueberries, chocolate, coconut and vanilla. It’s full-bodied with creamy tannins. Round and rich with a flavorful finish. Drink now.

90 points - James Suckling A fruity and plummy wine with just a hint of strawberry jam. Full body. Velvety tannins and a flavorful finish. Dense and layered. Some may find it a little heavy, but it’s lively.

Bright yellow straw color, with green hints that reflect its youth. Medium intensity on the nose, a bit fresher but slightly less complex than traditional Verdejo. Citrus notes, along with green apple and herbs appear. Dry with good acidity, but with good roundness and structure brought by the 2 months’ fine lees aging. Long finish with a slightly bitter palate, where the apple and herbal notes...

The Rubus Project was created by Fran Kysela as a way to source & sell incredible wines at value prices. All wines in this international project are hand-selected by Fran Kysela. Rubus wines are fruit driven, true-to-type values that over deliver - a true representation of quality for the consumer at an excellent price. Rubus Private Selection is made from 100% Verdejo grapes coming from the town...

94 points Jeb Dunnuck "Beautiful, with lots of cassis, blackberry, graphite, camphor, and acacia flower notes on the nose, the 2017 Vinas Viejas hits the palate with medium to full-bodied richness, a layered, elegant texture, ripe tannins, and a gorgeous finish. A blend of 65% Monastrell, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, and the rest Garnacha, brought up in 75% new French oak, it's the real deal and will...

91 Points - Wine Spectator. “This bold red is intense and expressive. Cassis and blueberry flavors mingle with cola, cocoa and licorice notes. Chewy tannins and balsamic acidity amplify the impact. Heady, ripe and in the modern style. Monastrell.” Alicante, Spain

WWine & Spirits 90 Points "Light and fragrant, this Rioja carries its clean flavors on a luscious texture. There are meaty notes of fennel sausage to the brisk, earthy tannins, the wine refreshed by red-berry flavors that last. It’s lean and complete Rioja for tapas, whether grilled vegetables, setas or white beans with chorizo." 100% Tempranillo, drink now to 2025.

The 2014 Reserva has a more modern profile and more forward fruit despite its relatively long élevage. It's fermented separately in small French oak vats and matured in new and second use French and American barriques for 24 months. It's quite smoky and balsamic, with integrated oak but still showing some toasted notes and ripe fruit without excess, a mixture of red and black berries. It has...