Rioja, Spain’s most famous wine region lies mostly in the La Rioja region in the north east of the country. It is named after the river (rio) Oja. The most widely planted variety is the indigenous, Tempranillo, which ripens well on the clay and limestone slopes of Rioja Alta and Rioja Alavesa, the best areas for red wine production. Most white Riojas are now made exclusively from Viura, although some of the traditional oak aged whites and new barrel fermented wines are blends of Malvasía and Viura.
Tasting notes: Although this is our "entry level" Rioja, the excellent 2001 vintage has helped this wine to achieve a surprising depth. Classic chewy tempranillo fruit and a nice oaky and vegetal background from a little age.
Price: £7.95
Size: 75cl
Colour/style: Red
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Tasting notes: 95% Tempranillo / 5% Garnacha. Aged in new American oak, bottled and aged for a minimum of 12 months prior to release. Intense black cherry colour with a complex, powerful nose that displays hints of vanilla and spice. Velvety softness with great depth of ripe, rich blackberry / spicy fruit on the palate. Drink now.
Tasting notes: The Blanco is made from Viura (90%) and Malvasia (10%). Plenty of peach and apple character on the nose with subtle vanilla and coconut from barrel fermentation, along with a zingy lemon freshness. An elegant wine, you can drink this to your heart’s content and never tire of it.
Tasting notes: Made from a blend of Garnacha, Tempranillo and Viura. A gorgeous pale pink dry rose with subtle fruit salad aromas. Light crisp, refreshing and fun - the perfect picnic wine.
