Spain
Ortega Ezquerro Don Quentin Rioja Blanca 2018
$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
Bodegas Gaintza Getariako Txakolina Aitako 2019
$44.9985% Hondarrabi Zuri, 15% Chardonnay
Fully hand-harvested. Fermentation is mostly in stainless steel at low temperatures to preserve aromas, using natural yeasts. Apple and pineapple aromas. Fresh and mineral with good body, roundness and balance.
Real Agrado Reserva Rioja 2014
$46.99Ruby red colour with garnet hues. Aromas of ripe redberries with light notes of vanilla, chocolate, figs and prunes. Balsamic and mineral hues. Rounded in the palate with good structure and velvety and harmonious character. Long and persistent finish. Perfect with stews, spiced dishes, legumes and cured cheeses.
Ortega Ezquerro Don Quintin Ortega Rioja 2011
$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