Musica En El Camino Rioja
Made by famed Spanish producer, Martin Codax, who started producing wine in Rias Baixas before expanding into Bierzo, Ribera del Duero and Rioja. Musica En El Camino is fruitdriven, modern, easy drinking with a healthy dash of oak. This is foolproof Rioja.
Abellio Albarino
Bodegas LAN Gran Reserva
The magic of encapsulating time. Our most select fruit from old vines, with the complexity and harmony given by long ageing. A wine that brings celebration to the table. 96% tempranillo, 4% mazuelo. Vinyeards of more than 40 years of age from the Rioja Alta and Rioja Alavesa areas. Calcareous-clay soils. Hand harvested. Winemaking and ageing: Hand harvested, followed by traditional winemaking. The alcoholic and malolactic fermentations took place in stainless steel tanks, followed by 22 months’ ageing in hybrid oak barrels (American oak staves and French oak heads) and 22 months’ refining in bottle. Tasting notes: Colour: Deep garnet-red with a ruby rim. Nose: Intense, with notes of ripe black fruit, figs and touches of dried fruit, mixed with intense spiced and smoky notes. Mouth: Harmoniously well-balanced, with polished tannins that lead to a long finish marked by the aromas of black fruit and spices. Pairing: Grilled meat and fish dishes, stews and game. Fantastic to accompany all kinds of cheeses.
Bodegas LAN D-12 Crianza
Named after LAN’s symbolic vat nº 12. A hedonistic wine, made using all our care and expertise to satisfy our most demanding friends. Guaranteed pleasure. 100% Tempranillo. Selection of grapes from three privileged vineyards. Viñaspre (“El Cementerio), El Cortijo (“Los Valles”) and in San Vicente de la Sonsierra (“La Fonsagrada”) with ages of 30, 43 and 34 years respectively. Winemaking and Ageing. Hand harvested grapes. Alcoholic and malolactic fermentations took place in stainless steel tanks, with micro-oxygenation and lees stirring for optimal stabilisation of aromatic and polyphenolic compounds to give greater volume on the palate and smoother tannins. It aged for 12 months in new American oak barrels from the Applachians (70%) and in new French oak barrels from forests in central France (30%). Tasting Notes: Colour: Bright cherry red. Nose: Ripe, liqueur-like red fruit stands out, alongside creamy notes, toffee, vanilla, cinnamon and cocoa. Mouth: Great harmony between the fruit and toasted notes, giving at first a sensation of sweetness. Pairing: Smoked, red and grilled meats, spicy dishes and cured cheeses.
Bodegas LAN Vina Lanciano Reserva
A fine Rioja Reserva from an unrivalled vineyard. Balanced with the fruity character of Viña Lanciano. 89% tempranillo, 9% graciano, 2% mazuelo. Selection of plots located in our Viña Lanciano estate: El Espino (Graciano), Mantible Mazuelo (Mazuelo), El Encino (Tempranillo), Majuelo Chiquito (Tempranillo) and Los Almendros (Tempranillo). Winemaking and ageing. Hand harvested grapes. Each of the varieties were fermented separately in truncated-cone shaped stainless steel tanks. Malolactic fermentation took place in Tronçais French oak barrels. Aged for 16 months in Tronçais oak barrels and matured for 8 months in concrete tanks. Aged in bottle for 22 months. Tasting notes. Colour: Very bright, ripe cherry red with a reddish rim. NOSE: Aromas of ripe red fruit with floral hints of violets, blended with notes of oak, such as spice, cinnamon and a touch of minerality. Mouth: Expressive and intense, very fruity and balsamic on the aftertaste, with a long-lasting, persistent finish. Pairing: Stews, spicy meat and fish dishes, meat carpaccios, smoked dishes and cured cheeses.
Bodegas LAN Culmen Reserva
The jewel in LAN’s crown. A Reserva made only in vintages that are classed as excellent from the most prestigious area of Viña Lanciano - Pago el Rincón. 87% tempranillo, 13% graciano. Pago El Rincón. Viña Lanciano. Bush vines (the traditional form) of 50-60 years of age. Hand harvested. The harvest at Pago El Rincón took place on the 6th of September. Winemaking and Ageing: Hand harvested in small baskets with a double selection table. Alcoholic fermentation in small truncated-cone shaped stainless steel tanks and malolactic conversion in very finegrained new French oak barrels from the Tronçais and Jupille forests. It then aged for 22 months in French oak barrels from the Tronçais and Jupille forests with two rackings to favour natural sedimentation to clarify the wine. Aged in bottle for 22 months. Tasting Notes: Colour: A very deep shade of cherry red. Nose: notes of blueberry, ripe cherry and blackcurrant with notes of forest floor, mint, black pepper and cinnamon on a floral background, intensified by the presence of Graciano, which adds great aromatic complexity to the Tempranillo. Mouth: Very flavourful, rounded, with structure and complextity that lead us to a long finish. Pairing: Red and grilled meats, spicy dishes. A perfect wine to enjoy with chocolate-based desserts.
CVNE Real de Asùa Carromaza
The 2020 CVNE Real de Asùa Carromaza from Rioja, Spain is a wine that exudes elegance and sophistication. Its deep ruby colour catches the eye and promises a rich experience. On the nose, aromas of ripe red fruits, such as cherries and plums, mingle with subtle hints of oak and spices. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied with a velvety texture and well-integrated tannins. Flavors of juicy blackberries, dark chocolate, and a touch of vanilla dance on the tongue, leaving a long and satisfying finish. This vintage showcases the expertise of CVNE, a renowned winery based in Spain, and truly captures the essence of Rioja. Enjoy this wine with a hearty beef stew or grilled lamb for a truly elevated dining experience.
West Cape Howe Regional Range Tempranillo
Deep garnet red with a crimson hue. Spicy plum fruit aromas with intense 'broody' fruits. Hint of sweet oak with some smoky tamarillo characters. A well flavoured wine with loads of red berry fruits predominating. It has the dusty, savoury notes typical of Tempranillo with its good structure coming from the 'chewy' and lightly drying tannins. With its good structure and great length of flavour it can be matched with any foods or cellared for the short term for further complexity. Located in the Great Southern region of Western Australia, West Cape Howe was named after a famous coastal landmark nearby. It was founded in 1997 by Brenden and Kylie Smith before being sold to Gavin Berry (ex-Plantagenet) and partners. West Cape Howe source fruit from specific vineyards, and sometimes specific plots, throughout the maritime-influenced Great Southern wine region. Premium parcels of fruit come from their Langton vineyard, planted in 1978. It has some of the most mature vines in the whole Great Southern area. Senior winemaker Gavin Berry prides himself on creating innovative wines that reflect the diversity of the Great Southern region. He makes wines from Riesling, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Shiraz, Tempranillo and Cabernet Sauvignon, to name just a few. The wine styles vary from fresh and fruity, under the Western Australian label, to wines with a more regional focus, under the Great Southern label.
Kármán Tinto Rioja Garnacha
Altos R Crianza Rioja
Altos R, a boutique winery in the heart of the best terroir in Rioja, achieve an excellent balance of traditional vineyard methods combined with the latest developments in technology, allowing them to create a great range of unique modern wines. Their Crianza style (aged for at least two years) Tempranillo offers a powerful and complex nose, with notes of fresh fruits, spices, balsamic and toasted oak all perfectly integrated. The palate is structured, round, and balanced, making it an ideal companion to red meats or an assortment of cheeses.