HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
90–94pts
CVNE, Imperial 2012
94 SJE 94 CP 94 BW 93
£42.68-£44.50
Exel, Grand Vin, Laytons, Millésima
A herbs and hedgerow character to this wine. Dark, spicy, mocha oak and firm, substantial tannins, held together by bright citrus freshness. Youthful, with promising life ahead. Drink 2021-2032 Alc 13.5%
Altanza, Edulis 2011
93 SJE 94 CP 92 BW 92
N/A UK
www.bodegasaltanza.com
Rather closed on the nose followed by a flavour explosion in the mouth. Unripe, crunchy wild brambles from the hedgerow, black pepper and cumin. Dark liquorice and mocha finish. Drink 2021-2030 Alc 14%
Señorío de P Peciña 2011
93 SJE 93 CP 93 BW 93
N/A UK
www.bodegashermanospecina.com Packed with cigar smoke, morel mushrooms, dried herbs, dried cherry and fig fruit character. Sinuous and refreshing, with cumin spice on the long, long finish. Appealing wine. Drink 2021-2030 Alc 13.5%
Miguel Merino 2013
92 SJE 92 CP 92 BW 92
£39.95
Davy’s
Delicate strawberry aromas; supple and succulent with a mouthful of red fruit preserves. Fine texture, light as a feather with plenty of subtle acidity and a long, graceful finish. Drink 2021-2027 Alc 14%
Montecillo, 22 Barricas 2011
94 SJE 93 CP 94 BW 94
£37-£39.99
Roberts & Speight, The Good Wine Shop
Floral, perfumed on the nose. Delicate, juicy and piquant, with lots of fruit and oak in equal measure. Great structure, modern yet serious wine, worthy of ageing. Soft, juicy finish. Drink 2021-2031 Alc 13.5%
Bodegas Riojanas, Viña Albina 2013
93 SJE 93 CP 93 BW 93
£24.50
Decántalo
Sumptuous cherry fruit aromas enhanced by light oak notes. Cherries are carried through in the mouth, a lively freshness, and then a refined hint of oak. Long, fruit-filled finish. Drink 2021-2028 Alc 13.6%
Contino 2011
92 SJE 91 CP 92 BW 93 £135.15-£148/magnum
Hedonism,
John Lewis
Prune, coffee and walnut aromas with spicy oak, plummy and mocha flavours on the palate. Smooth, fine tannins and a backbone of juicy acidity hold it all together. Very appealing. Drink 2021-2028 Alc 13.8%
Montecillo 2005
92 SJE 92 CP 92 BW 91
N/A UK
www.bodegasmontecillo.com Marvellously evocative nose of gamey, harvest festival notes; ginger and chocolate join black cherries on the palate. Firm tannins present, yet it’s juicy with a long sandalwood finish. Drink 2021-2030 Alc 13.5%
Remírez de Ganuza 2005
94 SJE 94 CP 94 BW 94
£200
Brunswick Fine Wines, Cru, Crump Richmond Shaw, Cult Wines, Fine & Rare, Hedonism, Wineye
Dense, smoky and juicy wine, reminiscent of fruit compote and autumn bonfires. Sweet and savoury palate, with smooth and elegant structure. A classic. Drink 2021-2035 Alc 14.5%
Faustino, Faustino I 2010
93 SJE 93 CP 93 BW 93
N/A UK
www.bodegasfaustino.com
Autumnal, bonfire character here: savoury, truffle, cinder toffee and dried black cherry. A classic yet rich and concentrated wine that perfectly expresses the year and region. Drink 2021-2035 Alc 14%
Escudero, Serna Imperial 2011
92 SJE 92 CP 91 BW 92
N/A UK
www.familiaescudero.com
Smooth, evolved, oaky wine with mocha and truffle character over an earthy, savourysweet palate. A touch of evolution, yet it’s very fresh. A classic style and a crowd-pleaser. Drink 2021-2028 Alc 13%
Muriel, Viña Muriel Garnacha 2011
92 SJE 91 CP 91 BW 93
N/A UK
www.murielwines.com
Inviting aromas of dark cherries and beeswax. The palate overflows with layers of ripe cherry, blueberry and dried lavender. Supple and lively with a long finish. Drink 2021-2027
Alc 14%