HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
(Continued) 90–94pts
La Catedral, La Gitana Gold Reserva, Rioja 2015
92 SJE 92 SF 92 PM 93
N/A UK www.grupobodegasolarra.com
Vivacious and complex, smoky tobacco, black tea and plump fruit; mouthwatering and fresh, expressive finish. Drink 2020-2024 Alc 14%
Alvia, Mileto Reserva, Rioja 2012
91 SJE 90 SF 92 PM 92 £15.95 Neill Wines
Fabulously mellow and mature with plump prunes, chocolate and spice. Ripe and rounded with lush oak and a long finish.
Drink 2020-2022 Alc 13.5%
De Alto Amo, Rioja 2018
91 SJE 91 SF 90 PM 91 £9.95-£10.50 Tom I’Anson
Mouthwateringly rich summer fruit pudding and plum with a contrast of bright acid freshness. Stylish, with an attractive finish.
Drink 2020-2022 Alc 13.5%
Isidro Milagro, 5 Oros Vendimia Seleccionada Graciano, Rioja 2015 91 SJE 89 SF 92 PM 91 £15
Lanchester Wines
Distinctive Graciano blackcurrant notes with hints of herb and tobacco. Embracing and energetic with a generous structure and long finish. Drink 2020-2023 Alc 14.5%
Altos de Baroja, Rioja 2017
91 SJE 89 SF 90 PM 93 £10.50 Corney & Barrow
Shows a lovely depth of smoky, savoury oak notes and a delicious raspberry coulis fruit richness; engaging, powerful and long.
Drink 2020-2022 Alc 13%
Biurko Gorri, Biurko Crianza, Rioja 2015 91 SJE 93 SF 88 PM 92
£14 Planet of the Grapes, Rare & Organic, Theatre of Wine, Winetraders
Supremely rich and vibrant cassis, mulberry and smoky, toasty oak persist through to the textured, lively finish. Drink 2020-2023 Alc 13.5%
Faustino Rivero, Ulecia Reserva, Rioja 2016 91 SJE 92 SF 90 PM 90
N/A UK
www.grupomarquesdelatrio.com
Rich and succulent, with plum fruit, myrtle and vanilla notes all underpinned by a bright acidity; gentle and creamy with a lifted fresh finish. Drink 2020-2024 Alc 13.5%
Landaluce, Fincas de Landaluce Crianza, Rioja 2016
91 SJE 91 SF 89 PM 93 £13.95 Fareham Wine Cellar
Wonderful clarity of red fruit, charcoal and tarry oak; textured and rich with a velvety structure and a long, smooth finish.
Drink 2020-2023 Alc 14%
Altos R, Pigeage, Rioja 2016
91 SJE 93 SF 90 PM 90 £15 Laithwaite’s
Laden with sweet ripe cherry fruit, raspberries and bold spice notes; full and structured style with a delectable acidity and fine tannins.
Drink 2020-2023 Alc 14.5%
Bohedal, Gran Bohedal Crianza, Rioja 2016 91 SJE 89 SF 93 PM 91
POA
De Burgh Fine Wine
Plush velvet plum, quince and blueberry characters; powerful and concentrated with rich, generous oak and a sensuous finish.
Drink 2020-2023 Alc 14%
Finca Nueva, Reserva, Rioja 2010
91 SJE 93 SF 91 PM 89 £16.99 Prohibition Wines
Supple, fleshy red fruit with a wonderfully mature leather complexity and savoury undertones; smooth, mellow, rounded and mouthfilling. Drink 2020-2022 Alc 14%
Marqués de Reinosa, Reserva, Rioja 2015 91 SJE 93 SF 90 PM 91 £12.95
Jeroboams
A rush of berry and cherry fruit with generous pepper notes; warm and welcoming with a long, tangy finish. Drink 2020-2024 Alc 14% ➢