Bodegas Riojanas Monte Real Crianza 2016, Rioja
89 points Wine Enthusiast: Aromas of cherry and berry fruits show well on the nose. This crianza is medium in body and a touch wiry due to sappy acidity. Flavors of plum, berry and vanilla are straightforward, while this is …
Bodegas Tridente Rejon Tempranillo 2015, Vino de la Tierra Castilla y Leon
93 points Wine Spectator: This 100% Tempranillo is dense but focused, with ripe blackberry and currant flavors backed by cocoa and espresso notes. The firm tannins are well-integrated, while balsamic acidity keeps it balanced. It’s heady and full-flavored, with a …
Burgo Viejo Rioja Crianza 2016
Winery notes: Red ruby colored wine with violet tones; well-balanced, spice, black fruit, vanilla, coffee roasted beans and coconut flavors. Powerful, rich, complex and silky smooth…classic old style Rioja. Blend: 90% Tempranillo, 10% Graciano
Emilio Moro Melleolus de Sanchomartin 2016, Ribera del Duero
96 points Vinous: Brilliant violet. An explosively perfumed bouquet evokes ripe black and blue fruits, vanilla, exotic spices, cola and potpourri. Deeply concentrated and broad on the palate but shows unlikely energy as well, thanks to a core of juicy …
La Rioja Alta Gran Reserva 904 2015
97 points James Suckling: A perfumed nose of plums, mulberries, mushrooms, caramel, sweet tobacco and sweet spices. Full-bodied with velvety, fine tannins and lively acidity. Balanced and supple with a creamy texture. Delicate and precise with a long, polished finish. …
La Rioja Alta Vina Ardanza Reserva 2016
95 points James Suckling: Savory and complex with dried orange peel, cedar and plenty of sweet spices, walnuts, caramel, dried mushrooms and pine needles. Shows maturity here, with a medium body and superb freshness. Incredibly long finish with lots of …
Lan Rioja Edicion Limitada 2013
94 points Wine Spectator: This inky red is ripe and concentrated, with currant, kirsch and boysenberry flavors, framed by espresso, licorice and black pepper notes. Well-integrated tannins support the fleshy texture, while citrusy acidity keeps this lively. Expressive and balanced, …
Lan Rioja Reserva Vina Lanciano 2011
Winery Notes: Bright crimson with purple hues. Elegant aromas of ripe red and black fruits, liquorice, sweet spice and pastries combined with the minerality characteristic of all the wines from the Vina Lanciano estate. The bouquet is girdled with hints …
The Fableist Tempranillo 2016, Central Coast
Winery notes: Loaded with blueberries, black currant, and dark chocolate. The wine has a velvety mouthfeel with a lingering finish that is warm and fulfilling.
Volver Tempranillo Single Vineyard 2018, La Mancha
Winery notes: Intense purple color. Aromas of tobacco, licorice and blackcurrants. Full-bodied with hints of toast and mature fruit. Long balanced finish.