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Ex-UK wine buyer Andrew McCarthy is now based in white wine country -Galicia, in Spain's northwest - and admits that he often craves a glass of red. But his consolations are great - with charismatic, 'Acio de Ouro' (Best Albariño)-winning wife Angela Martin, he's responsible for the international success of Bodegas Castro Martin. From the fruit of 50-year-old vines, this scintillating seafood wine has vibrant aromas of peaches, jasmine, spice and citrus.
Ex-UK wine buyer Andrew McCarthy is now based in white wine country -Galicia, in Spain's northwest - and admits that he often craves a glass of red. But his consolations are great - with charismatic, 'Acio de Ouro' (Best Albariño)-winning wife Angela Martin, he's responsible for the international success of Bodegas Castro Martin. From the fruit of 50-year-old vines, this scintillating seafood wine has vibrant aromas of peaches, jasmine, spice and citrus.
This wine comes from an 18th century estate which lay dormant for many years before being bought and revived by Bodegas Martín Códax in 2003. 'Pizarra' is the Spanish for slate, and here refers to the slate that characterises the rocky, mineral-rich soils of Bierzo.
The town of Andosilla, at Rioja's northern edge, has prospered by its proximity to vineyards set among the fertile plains of the rivers Ebro and Ega in the beautiful valley of Baztan. Bodegas Bagordi was born of the enthusiasm of several local grapegrowers who united in 1995 to produce organic wines. Their success is evident in releases like this delicious rose.
The town of Andosilla, at Rioja's northern edge, has prospered by its proximity to vineyards set among the fertile plains of the rivers Ebro and Ega in the beautiful valley of Baztan. Bodegas Bagordi was born of the enthusiasm of several local grapegrowers who united in 1995 to produce organic wines. Their success is evident in releases like this classic Tempranillo . Spicy, toasty aromas, rich, warm red fruit flavours and a smooth, oaky finish.
The town of Andosilla, at Rioja's northern edge, has prospered by its proximity to vineyards set among the fertile plains of the rivers Ebro and Ega in the beautiful valley of Baztan. Bodegas Bagordi was born of the enthusiasm of several local grapegrowers who united in 1995 to produce organic wines. Their success is evident in releases like this classic Tempranillo. Young and vigorous but still with those toasty aromas and rich, warm red fruit flavours.
Bodegas Medievo is situated in the eastern end of the Rioja region near the town of Aldeanueva de Ebro. In a new bodega, winemaker Santiago Garde has rows of temperature controlled stainless steel fermenting vessels, 2500 oak casks and what he lovingly refers to as his 'Ferrari' of a bottling machine. This bodega was selected as the suppliers of the Adnams Rioja because of their flexibility more info >>
Bodegas Medievo is situated in the eastern end of the Rioja region near the town of Aldeanueva de Ebro. In a new bodega, winemaker Santiago Garde has rows of temperature controlled stainless steel fermenting vessels, 2500 oak casks and what he lovingly refers to as his 'Ferrari' of a bottling machine. This bodega was selected as the suppliers of the Adnams Rioja because of their flexibility in successfully combining a modern fruit driven style with old fashioned ageing in American oak.
A relatively young Bodega founded some sixty years ago. Bagordi is dedicated to organic viticulture. The word refers to a remote location in the valley of Baztán, one of the most beautiful districts in Navarre. It is originally a Basque name from "Bagoa", which means "the beech grove", in reference to the abundance of this majestic tree in the area. This Gran Reserva was aged for 24 months in cask and a further 36 months in bottle before being released. It is now in its prime.
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Bodegas Medievo is situated in the eastern end of the Rioja region near the town of Aldeanueva de Ebro. In a new bodega, winemaker Santiago Garde has rows of temperature controlled stainless steel fermenting vessels, 2500 oak casks and what he lovingly refers to as his 'Ferrari' of a bottling machine. This bodega was selected as the suppliers of the Adnams Rioja because of their flexibility in successfully combining a modern fruit driven style with old fashioned ageing in American oak
Bodegas Medievo is situated in the eastern end of the Rioja region near the town of Aldeanueva de Ebro. In a new bodega, winemaker Santiago Garde has rows of temperature controlled stainless steel fermenting vessels, 2500 oak casks and what he lovingly refers to as his 'Ferrari' of a bottling machine. This bodega was selected as the suppliers of the Adnams Rioja because of their flexibility in successfully combining a modern fruit driven style with old fashioned ageing in American oak.
This classic rich, sweet sherry hails from the 140-year-old Sanlucar de Barrameda cellars of Pedro Romero, which used to supply more sizeable bodegas but now bottles wines under its own name. Deep amber colour, aromas of almonds and dried figs and an intense, rich raisined character.
This classic dense, sweet sherry hails from the 140-year-old Sanlucar de Barrameda cellars of Pedro Romero, which used to supply more sizeable bodegas but now bottles wines under its own name. Deep amber colour, aromas of almonds and dried figs and an intense, rich raisined character. It is tempting to pour it over ice cream !
This classic dense, sweet sherry hails from the 140-year-old Sanlucar de Barrameda cellars of Pedro Romero, which used to supply more sizeable bodegas but now bottles wines under its own name. Deep amber colour, aromas of almonds and dried figs and an intense, rich raisined character. It is tempting to pour it over ice cream !
Bodega Pirineos, named after the Pyrenéean backdrop to this massive Catalan winery, is one of only 3 outfits making nearly all the wines in Somontano (between Rioja and Barcelona). Having nurtured hundreds of growers since the '60s, and overhauled the cellar in the '90s, Pirineos now offer a fascinating array of wines. This appealing rosado, a blend of Merlot and Cabernet grapes has fresh, lively berry fruits and an appetisingly crisp finish.
Bodegas Pirineos, named after the Pyrenéean backdrop to this massive Catalan winery, is one of only 3 outfits making nearly all the wines in Somontano (between Rioja and Barcelona). Having nurtured hundreds of growers since the '60s, Pirineos now offer a fascinating array of wines. This rich white, from grapes ripened to sweetness on the vine, brings together the spice of Gewürztraminer with the ripe fruit of Chardonnay and the opulence of Macabeo. At its best with spicy seafood.
Bodega Pirineos, named after the Pyrenéean backdrop to this massive Catalan winery, is one of only 3 outfits making nearly all the wines in Somontano (between Rioja and Barcelona). Having nurtured hundreds of growers since the '60s, and overhauled the cellar in the '90s, Pirineos now offer a fascinating array of wines. This appealing rosado, a blend of Merlot and Cabernet grapes has fresh, lively berry fruits and an appetisingly crisp finish.
Bodega Pirineos, named after the Pyrenéean backdrop to this massive Catalan winery, is one of only 3 outfits making nearly all the wines in Somontano (between Rioja and Barcelona). Having nurtured hundreds of growers since the '60s, and overhauled the cellar in the '90s, Pirineos now offer a fascinating array of wines.
Bodegas Pirineos, named after the Pyrenéean backdrop to this massive Catalan winery, is one of only 3 outfits making nearly all the wines in Somontano (between Rioja and Barcelona). Having nurtured hundreds of growers since the '60s, Pirineos now offer a fascinating array of wines. This rich white, from grapes ripened to sweetness on the vine, brings together the spice of Gewürztraminer with the ripe fruit of Chardonnay and the opulence of Macabeo. At its best with spicy seafood.
The town of Andosilla, at Rioja's northern edge, has prospered by its proximity to vineyards set among the fertile plains of the rivers Ebro and Ega in the beautiful valley of Baztan. Bodegas Bagordi was born of the enthusiasm of several local grapegrowers who united in 1995 to produce organic wines. Their success is evident in releases like this smooth, well-structured Tempranillo with its warm berry fruit flavours and supple, spicy tannins. Roast lamb wine.
The Bodegas Principe de Viana is a modern winery founded in 1983 which is nowadays on of the biggest and certainly the best run in Navarra. They have just under 1500 hectares of vines under cultivation matured for 12 months in a mix of 80% American and 20% French oak barrels
The town of Andosilla, at Rioja's northern edge, has prospered by its proximity to vineyards set among the fertile plains of the rivers Ebro and Ega in the beautiful valley of Baztan. Bodegas Bagordi was born of the enthusiasm of several local grapegrowers who united in 1995 to produce organic wines. Their success is evident in releases like this old vine red blend, oak-aged for over a year. Rich aromas of liquorice, figs, cedar and sweet vanilla, with a palate of spicy red fruit flavours.
Fragrance notes include Honeysuckle Lily of the valley Jasmine Bitter Orange and Sicilian Lemon.
'Cruz de Piedra' ('stone crosses' marking the Pilgrims' Road to St. Juan de Compostela). The vineyards high in the Calatayud mountains, southeast of Rioja they enjoy heat well into autumn, delivering grapes with super ripe flavours. Yields are low but so are overheads at the modern Virgen de Sierra co-op winery in Villaroya, making this dry white a bargain.