Castro Candaz (Raul Perez & Rodrigo Mendez) Ribeira Sacra 2021
An appealing expression of Ribeira Sacra, balancing vibrant fruit, gentle maturity, and the understated influence of traditional cellar practices.
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R. López de Heredia Rioja Reserva Viña Bosconia 2011
Viña Bosconia comes from the historic El Bosque vineyard, a 15 hectare property situated along the Ebro River on the southern foothills of the Sierra Cantabria.
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Descendientes de J. Palacios Pétalos 2022
The vineyards behind Pétalos extend across numerous sites in Bierzo, including Corullón and Villafranca del Bierzo, at elevations ranging from approximately 450 to 1,100 meters. The soils vary considerably, from ancient slate, quartzite, and sandstone around Corullón to clay and iron rich soils, river stones, and areas of sand elsewhere in the valley.
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La Rioja Alta Rioja Viña Ardanza Reserva 2016, magnum
The nose was fragrant and layered, opening with dark cherry, pomegranate and plum, followed by sandalwood, cedar, and vanilla. With air, the wine became increasingly savory and complex, revealing tobacco, leather, dried herbs, licorice, spice and balsamic notes, while the distinctive influence of American oak remained beautifully integrated.
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Spanish Wines Perfect for Fall
Gredos, Ribeira Sacra, and Bierzo represent three distinct Spanish wine regions united by altitude, native grape varieties, and a focus on freshness and balance. From Albillio to Mencía, these wines reflect their mountain and river valley origins with clarity and subtle mineral character.
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Ca’ di Mat, Valautin Albillio Real 2021
The 2021 Valautín Albillo Real from Ca’ di Mat opens with bright tones of lemon and lime zest, layered with notes of apricot and delicate white blossom. There are subtle herbal and spicy hints in the bouquet.
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Castro Candaz, Raul Perez y Rodrigo Mendez 2021
In the glass, the wine shows a pale purple hue with a garnet rim. The nose opens with dried red cherry, wild berries, and violet, followed by gentle hints of blue fruit, spice, and dried herbs. On the palate, it is lively and fruit-driven, framed by fine, silky tannins and a subtle mineral earthiness.
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Descendientes J Palacios Petalos Vinas Viejas 2022
Pétalos del Bierzo represents the heart of the Descendientes de J. Palacios project, an assemblage of old-vine fruit from the western slopes of Bierzo. While vinified for immediate consumption, it still bears the estate’s dedication to refinement.
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Bodegas Breca Garnacha Breca 2020
Bodegas Breca focuses on expressing the true character of old-vine Garnacha from Spain’s Calatayud region. The vineyards, situated at elevations between 850 and 1,000 meters, are planted with ungrafted vines ranging from 60 to over 100 years old. These low-yielding vines, rooted in decomposed slate and quartz soils, produce grapes of remarkable intensity and natural balance.
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Clos Figueras Priorat Serras del Priorat 2022
Clos Figueras was founded 28 years ago by Christopher Cannan, a visionary in the European fine wine trade who recognized the extraordinary potential of Priorat’s rugged landscape and centuries-old vines. Located just outside the village of Gratallops, the estate quickly became an emblem of modern Priorat, where respect for tradition meets thoughtful innovation.
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Espadeiro Terra de Asorei 2021
Espadeiro is one of Galicia’s most intriguing native red varieties of the Atlantic coast. Traditionally overshadowed by its white Albaniño counterpart, this ancient grape thrives in the granite soils and maritime breezes of the Salnés Valley. Adegas Terra de Asorei has brought it back to life, producing just over 200 cases from the 2021 harvest.
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