Rioja
Rioja, one of Spain's most esteemed wine regions, is renowned for its exceptional fine wines. With a winemaking tradition that spans centuries, Rioja is celebrated for its unique terroir, diverse grape varieties, and the artistry of its winemakers. Situated in northern Spain, Rioja produces wines that embody the rich history and passion of Spanish winemaking.
One of the most famous vineyards in Rioja is Bodegas Marqués de Riscal, a historic winery that has been producing wines since 1858. Their wines, including the iconic Marqués de Riscal Reserva and Marqués de Riscal Gran Reserva, are renowned for their elegance, complexity, and age-worthiness.
Another esteemed vineyard is Bodegas López de Heredia Viña Tondonia, known for its traditional winemaking practices and long-aged wines. Their Viña Tondonia Reserva and Viña Tondonia Gran Reserva are highly sought-after by wine enthusiasts seeking the classic Rioja style.
Rioja is primarily known for its red wines, which are crafted predominantly from the Tempranillo grape variety. Notable vineyards such as Bodegas Muga, Bodegas Roda, and Bodegas CVNE (Compañía Vinícola del Norte de España) produce exceptional red wines that showcase the region's unique characteristics. These wines display flavours of ripe red fruit, subtle oak influence, well-integrated tannins, and a remarkable balance.
Rioja also offers notable white wines, mainly made from the Viura grape variety. Bodegas Riojanas, Bodegas Ontañón, and Bodegas Valdemar are among the renowned vineyards that produce exquisite white wines with vibrant acidity, citrus flavours, and a refreshing crispness.
The region's wines are often classified into four categories: Rioja, Crianza, Reserva, and Gran Reserva, indicating the aging process and quality level. This classification system ensures consistent quality and allows wine lovers to choose wines based on their preferred style and maturity.
Rioja's fine wines beautifully capture the essence of the region, showcasing a harmonious balance between tradition and innovation. Whether you're savouring a well-aged Reserva, a vibrant Crianza, or a complex Gran Reserva, Rioja's wines promise an unforgettable experience that reflects the region's winemaking heritage and dedication to excellence.
Rioja
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Rioja | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€2,002.38 |
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Rioja | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€2,252.87 |
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Rioja | 1 | 95 (TA) |
Inc. TAX
€276.37 |
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Tim Atkin MW (95)Pujanza wasn't hit by the hail that affected Rioja in 2017, but this is still a pretty concentrated number, made entirely from Tempranillo grown at 630 metres and aged in 25% new wood. Chalky, dense and youthful, it's a wine that's made to mature in bottle, combining intensity with focus, freshness and serious tannins |
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Rioja | 1 | 98 (JA) |
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€428.80 |
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Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (98)The talented Telmo Rodriguez is launching this wine onto the Place with its first vintage for the entirety of its production. The grapes are from a 3.8ha limestone-dominant plot within the family’s Remelluri estate, found in the foothills of the Sierra de Tolono mountains. A sweet and smoky attack, with a ton of flavours and fragrant aromatics that grab hold and hang on, from dense liquorice root to crushed stones to blueberry, redcurrant, rose petals and tobacco, nothing too much or too overwhelming, but you also feel the herb-strewn call of the vineyard and you want to be there, among the vines where this is made. Get hold of it now, enjoy the brilliance of Telmo Rodriguez and the sense of place that he can bring to a wine. A field blend, as with the brilliant Remelluri Blanco, with just over 7,000 bottles in this inaugural vintage. An outstanding first outing that you should be following - believe me, this is a cult wine in the making. |
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Rioja | 2 | - |
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€609.22 |
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A time-honoured beacon of fine Spanish viticulture, the Vega Sicilia Macan 2017 manifests the prodigious talent of esteemed winemakers Vega Sicilia and Benjamin de Rothschild. Their meticulous cultivation in the privileged soils of Rioja delivers the extraordinary depth and diversity that sets Macan apart. Born from 40-year-old Tempranillo vines and matured for 15 months in French oak barrels, each bottle imbues a spectacular confluence of rich black fruit, vivacious violet hues, and subtle notes of vanilla, clove and tobacco. Renowned as the epitome of modern Riojan winemaking, Vega Sicilia Macan 2017 boasts an impeccable balance between intensity and elegance, power and finesse, inviting discerning palates to savour its enduring allure. When in search of an exceptional Spanish red, turn to the opulence of Vega Sicilia Macan 2017, a testament to the art of precision, passion and perfection in winemaking. |
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Rioja | 1 | - |
In Bond
€1,650.00 |
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Rioja | 1 | - |
In Bond
€1,855.00 |
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Rioja | 1 | 95 (TA) |
In Bond
€193.00 |
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Tim Atkin MW (95)Pujanza wasn't hit by the hail that affected Rioja in 2017, but this is still a pretty concentrated number, made entirely from Tempranillo grown at 630 metres and aged in 25% new wood. Chalky, dense and youthful, it's a wine that's made to mature in bottle, combining intensity with focus, freshness and serious tannins |
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Rioja | 1 | 98 (JA) |
In Bond
€348.00 |
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Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (98)The talented Telmo Rodriguez is launching this wine onto the Place with its first vintage for the entirety of its production. The grapes are from a 3.8ha limestone-dominant plot within the family’s Remelluri estate, found in the foothills of the Sierra de Tolono mountains. A sweet and smoky attack, with a ton of flavours and fragrant aromatics that grab hold and hang on, from dense liquorice root to crushed stones to blueberry, redcurrant, rose petals and tobacco, nothing too much or too overwhelming, but you also feel the herb-strewn call of the vineyard and you want to be there, among the vines where this is made. Get hold of it now, enjoy the brilliance of Telmo Rodriguez and the sense of place that he can bring to a wine. A field blend, as with the brilliant Remelluri Blanco, with just over 7,000 bottles in this inaugural vintage. An outstanding first outing that you should be following - believe me, this is a cult wine in the making. |
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Rioja | 2 | - |
In Bond
€489.00 |
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A time-honoured beacon of fine Spanish viticulture, the Vega Sicilia Macan 2017 manifests the prodigious talent of esteemed winemakers Vega Sicilia and Benjamin de Rothschild. Their meticulous cultivation in the privileged soils of Rioja delivers the extraordinary depth and diversity that sets Macan apart. Born from 40-year-old Tempranillo vines and matured for 15 months in French oak barrels, each bottle imbues a spectacular confluence of rich black fruit, vivacious violet hues, and subtle notes of vanilla, clove and tobacco. Renowned as the epitome of modern Riojan winemaking, Vega Sicilia Macan 2017 boasts an impeccable balance between intensity and elegance, power and finesse, inviting discerning palates to savour its enduring allure. When in search of an exceptional Spanish red, turn to the opulence of Vega Sicilia Macan 2017, a testament to the art of precision, passion and perfection in winemaking. |
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