This Tempranillo combines wild blueberry with subtle spice and savoury earthiness complemented by elegant complexity and a lingering finish.

We use our Selección Especial label for secret deal wines from top cellars, bottled anonymously and sold for a fraction of their value. So, we can’t reveal the winery name behind Selección Especial Numerada 73 Rioja Crianza but here’s what we can tell you. First of all, it comes from grapes grown on dry-farmed, ancient bush vines. These don’t yield many grapes, but the grapes they do produce are intense and packed full of flavour. It’s made mainly from Tempranillo, with just a dash of Garnacha and aged for a year in seasoned oak barriques After several more years ageing in the bodega’s cellar, the widely acclaimed 2021 vintage is now drinking at its peak. Silky and expressive with ripe red fruit, plums and toasty oak spice.

The 2022 Capa Tempranillo from Castilla-La Mancha, Spain, is a true delight for the senses. Upon pouring, the wine reveals a deep ruby red colour with purple undertones, hinting at its youthful vibrancy. The nose is immediately greeted with intense aromas of ripe blackberries, cherries, and plums, accompanied by subtle hints of vanilla and spice from its time spent in oak barrels. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied with a velvety texture and well-integrated tannins. Flavours of dark fruits, such as blackcurrants and figs, dance on the tongue, complemented by notes of tobacco and a touch of balsamic. The finish is long and satisfying, leaving a lingering impression of its impeccable balance and complexity. This 2022 Capa Tempranillo showcases the best of the region and is a true testament to the expertise of its Spanish producers.

Our Tempranillo offering is a mid-weight wine, visually appealing with a gorgeous ruby-red hue. The wine is soft and inviting, with hints of cherry and clove on the palate. This is a lighter style Tempranillo, rarely experienced outside of Spain. A delicate wine, showing balance between earth and fruit with gentle tannins that linger.

Sourced from three vineyards at Leasingham in the Clare Valley this wine is a unique blend of three varieties originating from Spain - Tempranillo, Mourvedre and Grenache. That is why we call it 'The Spaniard'.

Shingleback wines capture the genuine and enduring character of the McLaren Vale region in South Australia. Situated between the hills and the sea and its unique terroir characterised by its warm Mediterranean climate. The wine presents a beautiful deep red color, with red berry aromas and spicy toasty oak undertones. Flavors of ripe strawberries and blueberries come to the forefront, with a silky and savory tannin finish that provides a pleasing texture and structure. The mid-palate generously unfolds its character, leaving a lasting impression of richness and depth.