Spain
Spain’s wine and spirits industry is characterized by its diverse regions and unique varietals, producing acclaimed wines such as Rioja, Ribera del Duero, and Cava. With a rich history of winemaking and a focus on innovation, Spanish producers emphasize quality and tradition, offering consumers a vibrant selection that showcases the country’s exceptional terroirs and culinary heritage.
Bonaval Nv Cava Brut Nature
$19.99Dry and crisp, a floral thread accents fresh flavours of apple, peach and citrus. Firm acidity frames this dry, lightly spiced cava. An ideal pairing with sushi, soft cheeses and roasted almonds.
Can Leandro 2023 La Vella
$37.9980% Merseguera, 15% Malvasia, 5% Tortosi
Opulent with excellent acidity. A delightful nose of pineapple with a suggestion of banana. Medium-bodied palate with tropical and stone fruit flavours and a delicious mid-length finish.
Don Quintin Ortega 2014 Rioja
$59.99100-year-old vines: 80% Tempranillo, 20% Garnacha
Deep ruby red. Balsamic aromas tickle the nose, tempered with candied fruit and graphite minerality. The palate displays great intensity, elegant tannins, and a lingering finish.
94 Points – Wine Spectator
Don Quintin Ortega 2021 Rioja Blanco
$39.9980-year-old vines: 90% Viura, 5% Garnacha Blanca, 5% Malvasia
A fruit bouquet dominates the nose tempered with spicy notes of barrique. The palate is rich yet nuanced, with well-balanced acidity.
93 Points – Tim Atkin
Can Leandro 2020 Panxut
$37.99100% Bonicaire (an indigenous Spanish grape)
Fragrant red fruit aromas with hints of currant, ripe strawberries and orange zest. Fresh yet soft on the palate, with mouthwatering herbs tinged with a dash of spice.
Padro & Co Rojo Amargo
$44.99Smooth and full-bodied with fresh sensations of orange, followed by a round, intense palate and reminiscent of tobacco, chinchona bark and honeyed caramel. Vermouth made from a unique infusion of aromatic herbs and aged in the barrel before bottling.
Pazo De San Mauro 2021 Albarino
$39.9991 Points – Wine Enthusiast (2021 Vintage): Aromas of grapefruit, yuzu and chopped parsley prepare the palate for flavors of lemon-lime, pineapple, white chocolate and almond blossom. This wine is soft in the mouth and offers a long, zesty finish. – Mike DeSimone
Characterized by a high aromatic intensity with an expressive, fresh and very fruity bouquet. It offers clearly defined varietal aromas of green apple and citric scents and presents plenty of minerality and vivacity on the palate, with hints of lemon, grapefruit and apple, a silky sensation and a persistent finish. An especially Atlantic style vintage, very mineral and refreshing.
Bonaval Nv Cava Rose
$21.99Strawberry pink with violet tones, fine continuous bubble forms a persistent crown. A period of aging on the lees gives the wine a lush roundness. Bring on the sun with this bright and fresh sparkler!
Contino 2012 Rioja Gran Reserva
$99.99Contino Gran Reserva is a harmonious wine, with a great balance between silkiness and roundness in the mouth. On the nose it is fragrant, reminiscent of ripe black fruit, with floral and balsamic notes that provide freshness. All well balanced with subtle toasted notes from its ageing in barrel. On the palate it is fine, subtle, with pleasant tannins and perfect acidity, which make it a persistent wine with a long finish.
Marques De Vargas 2016 Rioja Gran Reserv
$74.99Aged 5 years with 2 years in oak, this wine bursts with concentrated black fruit and spice aromas. Enjoy a robust body, polished tannins, and a long finish. Hand-selected from the ‘Pradolagar estate,’ it’s a blend of Tempranillo, Garnacha, and Mazuelo.
Perfect with a leafy salad, chicken and especially with seared duck breast.
Bodegas Paniza Vinas Viejas 2017 Garnacha
$21.99Made from old vines up to 100 years old, coming from the most elevated surroundings of Paniza, Carinena. It displays dark fruits such as mulberries, blackberries and hints of dry herbs.
Granbazan 2022 Etiquetta Verde
$39.99This exquisite and fresh albarino is grown in a granite-rich soil, with vines over 35 years old. The wine is highly influenced by the proximity to the Atlantic Ocean, showing a distinct saline character. The result is a thirst-quenching wine tinged with lemon lime and fresh green apple, a style that will kick off your aperitif on a high note! A prime pairing for fish, shellfish, and other coastal fare.