Bodegas Emilio Moro Ribera del Duero 2005

This wine was made from truly top-quality grapes of excellent ripeness, which is demonstrated from the beginning to the end of the tasting. The wine displays an intense colour with a bluish rim and a cherry-red core. Attractive, perfectly integrated fruit aromas come to the fore with power and concentration. more

Bodegas Muga Rioja Reserva 2005

Very bright, pure ruby colour. Red-berry aromas which evolve towards toasted, charred-oak and coffee nuances. Balanced on the palate. A deep, intense, flavoursome wine. The fruit, previously pure finesse, now becomes potent. An elegant, persistent finish. more

Bodegas Muga Rioja Prado Enea Gran Reserva 1998

Impressive ruby-red brick hues that become distinctly tawny at the rim. Medium depth. It is one of the few wines whose flow is worth watching; it is leisurely, as in slow motion. Its aromas are hard to describe because of its volatile components. It begins with notes of liqueur mixed ... more

Marques de Riscal Rioja Reserva 2004

On the nose, hints of fruit enveloped in a series of oak fragances and balsamic aromas. Red with a slight hint of yellow when still and glints of violet hues when swirled. In the mouth, a series of smooth sensations moving towards the back of the palate, then returning along ... more

Marques de Caceres Crianza 2005

Attractive, bright ruby red colour. Refined bouquet of black cherries and blackberries with a soft touch of aromatic Mediterranean herbs. Lusciously fresh and fruity in the mouth where rich fruit (cherries, strawberries, raspberries) and notes of cinnamon mingle to give a pleasant fullness with a backbone of silky-smooth tannins. Long-lasting, ... more

Bodega Numanthia Termes 2007

The 2007 Termes is a bit more elegant with its velvety texture, ripe tannins, and silky finish. It, too, has the ability to improve with 2-3 years of cellaring, but can be enjoyed now. more

Marques de Riscal Rioja Reserva 2002

The reserva wines of Marqués de Riscal are made basically from grapes coming from vines over 15 years old, of the Tempranillo variety. This is a variety that ages well in wood, producing wines with a good tannic structure, colour and acidity during the ageing process. The reserva wines of ... more

Finca Villacreces Tinto 2005

The 2005 Tinto is 86% Tempranillo, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 4% Merlot which went through malolactic fermentation in barrel and remained in French oak for another 16 months. Purple-colored, the aromatics reveal notes of mocha, coffee, smoke, violets, spice box, wild cherry, and blackberry. Smooth-textured, layered, and well-balanced, this superb ... more

Aalto Aalto 2005

The 2005 Aalto, made from 100% Tinto Fino, is a deep purple color with an enticing nose of wood smoke, bacon, floral notes, spice box, and blackberry. This leads to a powerful, layered, intense wine already beginning to show complex flavors. Structured for 5-7 years of further evolution, this strong ... more

Bodegas Campo Viejo Crianza 2001

Bright cherry red, fresh, aromatic with spicy nuances coming through. Rounded in the mouth, with a long, well-balanced finish. more