Tempranillo
Tempranillo
Cinco Leguas 2022 La Maldición Tinto Fino Vinos de Madrid
Spanish Red
Light, dry and rustic in the best sense, with an easy flow and enough freshness to keep the palate lively. High-elevation Tempranillo gives the wine its structure, while Malvar from similarly elevated vineyards adds lift to the blend. The texture is unforced and approachable, closing cleanly with gentle grip and a distinctly thirst-quenching feel.
Arzuaga 2021 La Planta Ribera del Duero 1.5L (Magnum)
Spanish Red
High-toned red fruit leads, with tart strawberry and cherry framed by scrubland herbs, resin, mineral notes and gentle toast. Fresh and welcoming on entry, the palate gains fleshy volume through the middle while structured tannins stay balanced. Bright acidity and softly sweet spice shape a composed, persistent finish.
El Pacto 2021 Ojo Gallo Rioja
Spanish Red
Pale cherry in colour, with fresh raspberry and strawberry lifted by lavender, thyme and a delicate floral edge. The palate is juicy and medium-bodied, its field-blend character bringing gentle fruit, easy tannins and an appealing sense of energy. Unoaked and lightly savoury, it finishes clean and bright, with the freshness and drinkability of a traditional clarete.
Orto 2021 Montsant Tinto
Spanish Red
Wild berries and vivid red fruit lead, lifted by blue flowers and a lightly savoury, earthy edge. The palate is medium-weight, juicy and energetic, with a rustic streak balanced by an unexpected touch of finesse. Freshness keeps the blend agile, carrying its fragrant fruit and gentle spice into a clean, food-friendly finish.
Viña Ane 2019 Autor Eduardo Monge Rioja 1.5L (Magnum)
Spanish Red
Perfumed raspberry and black cherry lead, sharpened by fine baking spice and cracked pepper. The palate is medium-bodied and composed, with an easy lift of acidity carrying the fruit through long, firm but polished tannins. Harmonious and finely judged, it finishes with lingering cherry, spice and quiet oak warmth rather than overt weight.
Vega Sicilia Valbuena 5° 2011 Ribera del Duero
Spanish Red
Generously aromatic, with blue and black fruit, black cherry and bitter cherry layered with orange peel, fennel, cedar, anise, graphite and balsamic spice. The palate is focused and lively, combining a surprisingly light touch with deepening fruit, firm structure and fine tannins. Long, savoury and subtly nutty on the finish, it benefits from two hours in a decanter.
Vega Sicilia Valbuena 5° 2008 Ribera del Duero
Spanish Red
Serious and tightly drawn, with dark cherry and black fruit joined by blood orange, dried herbs, forest floor, black tea and a subtle balsamic note. The palate is long rather than broad, driven by juicy acidity, fine tannins and a firm mineral edge. Savoury and precise through the finish, it rewards decanting and pairs well with lamb or slow-cooked beef.