There are minuscule volumes produced of the Cirsion by Bodegas Roda (the name of the thistle which is Roda's logo) which is made from grapes specially selected for the suppleness of the tannins they deliver. Parcels selected are from low-yielding older Tempranillo vines of 45 years and more, from four vineyards. Choosing the plants with the softest tannins, this makes the wine very attractive and supple early on, but it still has great ageing potential.

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.

Blue Rock Wines 2017 Eden Valley TempranilloOur cool-climate Eden Valley Tempranillo is ruby-red in colour with bright purple hues. The aromas of cola and black cherry indulge the nose. Enticing fruit flavours of black cherry, blueberries and boysenberries coat the soft velvety palate. Hints of chocolate make this wine reminiscent of Cherry ripe. This Spanish wine varietal pairs beautifully with tapas, marinated mushrooms, olives, chorizo sausage and even BBQ prawns. It doesnt get any more Mediterranean than that.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Faustino is recognised as one of the leading producers in Rioja, consistently appearing in Drinks International's ""World's most admired wine brands"" list. As the brand's slogan goes, ""There are faces you never forget"", and the unforgetable label features a portrait of Nicolaes van Bambeeck, a 17th-century Dutch merchant painted by Rembrandt in 1641. Vibrant and expressive with fruit characters of dark cherries and red plums, supported by gentle cigar box aromas from a short ageing in American oak. Made in a well-balanced and approachable style, perfect for pairing with a range of dishes from burgers to spicy tacos.

This delightful rosé exhibits a perfumed bouquet of assorted red fruits and aromatic red rose water. This upbeat nose shifts to a light and crunchy textured palate offering light red fruits. There is a lovely balancing tang to the wine.

Yacca Paddock vineyard, owned by international film makers, Scott Hicks and Kerry Heysen-Hicks, is situated at Kuitpo in the south west escarpment of the Mount Lofty Ranges. Planted in 2000, vines are east facing with site temperatures some 2.5 degrees cooler on average than McLaren Vale which, as a crow flies, is just 5km away. The 2016 Mr. Riggs Yacca Paddock Tempranillo was fermented in a 5 tonne open fermenter, resting on skins for 7 days, followed by membrane bag pressing. Fermentation was completed in 33% new French oak with the balance 2 year old French oak. Post malo, the wine was left on its gross lees for a couple of months to add texture and creaminess to the palate. A wonderfully textural, stylish wine, with natural fruit sweetness and elegance, the Mr. Riggs Yacca Paddock Tempranillo characteristically displays savoury tannins, dried herb undertones, and highlights sweet tart red cherry flavours. Drink with food.