Red
Red
Julia Kemper 2012 Aragonez Dão DOC
Portuguese Red
Deep ruby with wild blackberry at the centre, edged by gentle spice and a cool, resinous hint of pine. The palate is dry and velvety, with fine-grained tannins keeping the ripe fruit composed. Elegant rather than forceful, it carries fresh acidity and a delicate savoury line into a clean, quietly persistent finish.
CARM 2016 Douro Reserva
Portuguese Red
Very fresh and intense on the nose, with wild black berries, black cherry and a measured thread of liquorice, framed by subtle oak. Concentrated and warm on the palate, with firm tannins set into a smooth texture and enough freshness to keep the generous fruit composed. The finish is long, persistent and distinctly powerful.
Luis Pato 2017 Vinhas Velhas Tinto
Portuguese Red
Alvaro Castro 2016 Dão Reserva
Portuguese Red
Ripe dark and red fruit meet fine wood spice in an intense but polished aromatic profile. The palate is medium-bodied and composed, with smooth, well-integrated tannins supporting generous fruit without becoming heavy. Elegant and appealing through the middle, it closes with savoury detail, measured oak and a long, balanced finish.
Quinta da Costa do Pinhão 2015 Peladosa
Portuguese Red
Fresh and mineral-led, with sapid plum and wild raspberry unfolding alongside rock rose, graphite, worn leather and beeswax. The palate carries ample yet finely placed tannins, giving the old-vine fruit structure without obscuring its energy. Pink peppercorn and schist-like mineral detail linger through a vibrant, savoury and persistent finish.
Parras Wines 2020 Cavalo Negro Red
Portuguese Red
Soft, ripe and spicy, this Portuguese red is generously textured. Black fruit and acidity shine through an open structure, and the palate remains easy to drink. Ripe fruit and spice give the wine a generous character, while acidity stays clearly present within its open shape. It is a direct, dark-fruited style built around texture, freshness, spice and openness.
Marques De Murrieta 2012/13 Dalmau Rioja
Spanish Red
Powerful yet refined, with aromas of blackberry, plum and cassis layered with dark chocolate, spice and subtle mineral notes. Full-bodied and richly textured, the palate is balanced by fresh acidity and polished tannins, leading to a long, elegant finish. A modern and age-worthy expression of Rioja.
Losada 2019 Mencía Bierzo
Spanish Red
Black cherry and plum lead with toast, dark chocolate and licorice, while mountain herbs and mineral notes add lift. The palate is expressive and balanced, with integrated tannins and acidity carrying the fruit into a composed finish. Generous but not heavy, it suits grilled steak, roast lamb or mushroom dishes.
Botijo Rojo 2024 Garnacha Tinta Valdejalón
Spanish Red
Pomegranate red, with vivid cherry and blackberry aromas sharpened by black pepper and a spicy backdrop. The palate is juicy, fresh and direct, carrying fruit through fine, balanced tannins. A pleasing mineral line keeps the generous flavour focused, while concrete ageing preserves energy and clarity through an elegant, easygoing finish.
Verónica Ortega 2022 Quite Mencía
Spanish Red
Mulberry and brambly fruit lead, joined by floral, licorice and herbal notes. The palate is supple and finely textured, with balanced tannins and an easy flow that keeps the fruit clear. Deep enough for roast pork or grilled mushrooms yet fresh enough for charcuterie, it is expressive without excess weight.
Arzuaga 2020 La Planta Ribera del Duero
Spanish Red
Cherry red with a violet rim, opening on tart strawberry, ripe cherry and subtle notes of scrubland and resin. Mineral detail and light toast add depth without crowding the fruit. Structured and fleshy on the palate, it remains smooth and fresh, with balanced acidity carrying the composed, persistent finish.
Enate 2018 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon
Spanish Red
Verónica Ortega 2020 ROC Bierzo
Spanish Red
Dried rose, violet and ripe strawberry open the nose, followed by raspberry, bramble, liquorice and a cool balsamic-menthol note. The palate is full yet finely drawn, with juicy dark fruit, subtle incense and herbs carried by firm, fine-grained tannins. Fresh, balanced and quietly complex, it finishes long, savoury and poised for further development.
Envínate 2021 Lousas Parcela Camiño Novo Ribeira Sacra
Spanish Red
Rose petals and wild herbs open the nose, followed by dark bramble fruit, ripe stems and an earthy mix of woodland berries, wet leaves and porcini. The palate is juicy, rounded and beautifully balanced, with tangy acidity lifting peppery fruit. Elegant yet powerful, it stays energetic and nuanced through a long, complex and quietly mineral finish.
Bodegas Alto Moncayo 2017 Alto Moncayo Garnacha Campo de Borja
Spanish Red
Dark purple, with ripe raspberry and black fruit layered over roasted nuts, vanilla and warm balsamic spice. Full and powerful on the palate, yet the fruit remains shaped by firm structure rather than simple sweetness. Savoury oak and dark berry depth carry into a long, composed and quietly warming finish.
Fento 2020 Tinto Rías Baixas
Spanish Red
Tart red fruit and wild berries lead, edged by bramble, balsamic herbs and a subtle peppery note. The palate is light on its feet, with vivid acidity keeping the fruit direct and energetic. A savoury mineral line adds shape without heaviness, carrying the native red blend into a fresh, clean and gently rustic finish.
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.
Telmo Rodríguez 2019 Pegaso Arrebatacapas Cebreros
Spanish Red
Cherry red and taut, with red berries, sweet spice and balsamic herbs drawing the nose into a cool, scrubland character. The palate is firmly structured yet energetic, its bright acidity lifting the fruit and keeping the savoury detail precise. Peppery spice and herbal freshness linger on the dry, focused finish.
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.
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.
Albamar 2020 Edición Especial Nai Mencía Ribeira Sacra
Spanish Red
Deep red-purple, with ripe black fruit and dried herbs giving the nose richness and lift in equal measure. Soft and creamy on the palate, it balances red-fruit compote with savoury detail and well-judged acidity. Supple rather than heavy, the texture stays generous before a fresh, composed and gently herbal finish.
Teso La Monja 2015 Victorino Toro
Spanish Red
Toasty blackberry, cassis and blueberry lead into dark chocolate, coffee and sweet spice. Powerful and concentrated, the palate remains creamy and well structured, with mineral and balsamic notes bringing savoury definition to the ripe black fruit. Firm tannins shape the long, warming finish. Decant for braised beef, lamb or aged cheese.
Celler 9+ 2017 Medol Organic Tarragona
Spanish Red
Fresh and lightly earthy, with plum and wild raspberry at the centre of a vivid red-fruited profile. A gentle natural spritz brings lift to the palate, while the texture remains easy and unforced. The finish stays bright and gently savoury. Serve cool rather than warm; its character suits charcuterie, grilled vegetables, roast poultry or casual Mediterranean dishes.
Palacios Remondo 2016 Quiñón de Valmira Rioja
Spanish Red
Nearly translucent ruby, with rose, lilac and jasmine unfolding around redcurrant, raspberry and rhubarb. Mint, white pepper and a restrained caramel note add complexity. The palate is filigreed yet concentrated, combining generous texture with striking freshness and intensity. Finely drawn rather than heavy, it carries its floral red fruit through a harmonious, elegant finish.
Albamar 2020 O Esteiro Tinto
Spanish Red
Eucalyptus and pine needles lead a distinctive, savoury nose, with the blend's delicate fruit kept light and lifted. The palate is sharp, fresh and finely drawn, showing restraint rather than weight. Caiño, Espadeiro and Mencia give it an Atlantic edge, with herbal detail and bright acidity carrying the finish. Serve lightly cool with grilled sardines, charred vegetables, pork or mushroom dishes.
Bodegas Artazu 2007 Santa Cruz de Artazu
Spanish Red
Ripe red berries open with cream, warm spice and a light touch of leather. Concentrated berry fruit carries through the palate, framed by juicy acidity and a firm but measured structure. Savoury detail emerges on the finish, adding depth without overwhelming the fruit. Serve with roast lamb, braised beef or grilled mushrooms.
Lopez De Heredia 2011 Vina Tondonia Mg
Spanish Red
A classic mature Rioja with dried cherry, orange peel and red plum, layered with cedar, tobacco, vanilla and sweet spice. The palate is refined and graceful, with silky, resolved tannins and bright acidity giving the evolved fruit freshness. Subtle oxidative and savoury notes carry through the long finish. Decant gently and serve with lamb, mushrooms or aged cheese.