Spain

92 pts. Natalie MacClean "From the Ribera del Duero wine region, Alejandro Fernández Tinto Pesquera Reserva 2015 is a dry, medium-plus-bodied 100% Tempranillo produced from vines between 20 and 40 years of age. The wine aged 24 months in American oak barrels followed by 12 months in bottle. Alejandro Fernandez, a self made wine-maker, is one of the most well known and respected wine producers in...

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 94 Points - A harmonious red that marries power with finely detailed grace, showing a dense core of tannins tightly meshed with flavors of ripe black currant, fig cake, wild sage and mocha that slowly unfurl on the palate. Sleek and silky in texture, with a firm and lingering, well-spiced finish.

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...

James Suckling 93 Points - Bitter chocolate, raspberries, blackberries, spice box and some spearmint on the nose. Complex and flavorful, with a medium to full body, a firm tannin frame, and a lengthy, compact finish.

91 points Wine Enthusiast An appealing nose features popping red-fruit aromas offset by a light touch of oak spice. The nicely constructed palate delivers flavors of raspberry, red currant, plum and mild oak. Overall, this is an excellent example of everyday Rioja from a great vintage. Drink through 2023

The grapes here are coming from a 2-hectare single vineyard, grown organically, with a distinctive stony soil (it is an old quarry). Looking for the highest harmony with the environment, Burgo Viejo produced this red cherry colored wine with violet shades. Structured and fruity, it offers aromas of blackberry and subtle spice. Full-bodied, fresh and well-balanced with smooth and velvety tannins....

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 91 Points "Some white pepper to the mixture of red and black berries. Flavorful and juicy with fresh, creamy tannins. Shows excellent balance even though it is not quite long. From organically grown grapes. Drink now."

90 pts. James Suckling A really beautiful Rioja that has a real sense of purity to it. Raspberries, citrus, violets and fresh herbs are all in action. Medium-bodied and very structured with carefully balanced and steely tannins, holding up fresh berryies. Tangy on the finish.

red, crimson or violet reflections. Nose: nice print, suitable aromatic intensity, distinguished and fine quality. Mouth: velvety, with a balanced and flexible simplicity. Robert Parker, 91 Points

Made from a thicker-skinned variety of Tempranillo indigenous to the La Mancha region, called Cencibel. A garnet color with a ruby rim. Clean and bright. Deep aromas of black fruits mingling with notes of licorice. Sweet vanilla hints come through with notes of roasted coffee beans, brought by the wine’s stay in American oak barrels. Fruity on the entry to the palate with black fruits coming to...

94 points James Suckling Very complex aromas of ripe berries, sultanas, cedar and hints of chocolate. Full-bodied with round, ripe tannins that are layered and fresh. A delicious combination of mature fruit and mahogany add to the complexity of the wine. Holding on really nicely. Drink or hold.

a crisp and aromatic white wine, showcasing bright acidity and flavors of apple and citrus, with a refreshing minerality on the finish.

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,...

Winemaker Notes Bright cherry red with a garnet rim. A refined nose with predominant notes of red and stone fruits: strawberry, raspberry and peach. Patisserie and cream encased in elegant notes of vanilla, caramel and a subtle hint of cinnamon. It is flavorful and expressive on the palate. It is immediately inviting, enveloping the palate and leaving a long and pleasant aftertaste. Blend: 96%...

Beautiful pale white colour with green hints. Tropical fruits and floral aromas on the nose of this delicate, savoury organic white wine. Dry, smooth and elegant, with great balance and length. Perfect to drink with Tapas, salads and vegetable dishes, all kinds of pasta, mild cheeses and exotic cuisine. It also goes great with fish, seafood, grilled meats or just a glass on its own. From Tierra...

92 points James Suckling - 2020 vintage. 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.

Intense dark red in color with a complex nose reminiscent of black fruits, clove, black pepper and wood. Big on the palate yet soft and silky with sweet tannins and a lingering finish.

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.

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