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Tempranillo 89%, Graciano 11%, four years in American oak and four more in bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe producer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLa Rioja Alta was declared the world's fourth most admired wine brand in 2022, and it earns that the slow way — optical sorting, indigenous yeasts, and manual racking by candlelight. The Graciano comes from the Montecillo vineyard at Fuenmayor, which adds the backbone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFood and drinking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood with poultry \u0026amp; pork, red meat and cheese. Built for the long term — decades, if kept well. 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Hand-harvested, partly destemmed, foot-trodden and spontaneously fermented.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe producer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDavid Sampedro and Melanie Hickman run Bhilar from Elvillar in Rioja Alavesa, bottling parcel by parcel rather than by ageing category. This comes from several distinct vineyards David considers genuinely expressive — Rioja with the oak signature stripped away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFood and drinking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood with red meat, poultry \u0026amp; pork and cheese. Drinking well now, with a decade or more ahead of it. 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Known for its meticulous vineyard management and traditional winemaking techniques, the winery has received numerous accolades for its high-quality wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFood and drinking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood with poultry \u0026amp; pork, red meat and cheese. Drinking well now, with a decade or more ahead of it. Serve at 16–18°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003e\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Torre de Oña","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55718593364351,"sku":"HNW-5172116A","price":47.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/4192\/4998\/files\/2016_RiojaReserva_FincaMartelo_TorredeOna.png?v=1755807365"},{"product_id":"2018_elnogal_pagodeloscapellanes","title":"2018, El Nogal, Pago de Los Capellanes","description":"\u003ch3\u003eHow it tastes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRich and complex with notes of ripe black fruits, spices, and a hint of vanilla. 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Garnacha 50%, Cabernet Sauvignon 30%, Syrah 20%, each fermented separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe producer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePriorat's vineyards sit on terraced slopes so steep they must be worked by hand, on llicorella slate that forces the vines to root deep. The Tetas family have 150 years in Penedès and bought Mas Blanc in the 1990s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFood and drinking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood with red meat, cheese and rich \u0026amp; creamy dishes. Built for the long term — decades, if kept well. 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Medium-bodied, pure, and elegant, showcasing vivid red and dark fruit, balanced acidity, and silky chalk-textured tannins leading to a long mineral finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe producer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 2018, Bideona is a modern winery based in the heart of Rioja Alavesa that shifts the focus of Rioja winemaking from oak ageing to site expression. The estate manages over 300 small, high-altitude vineyards situated on the slopes of the Sierra Cantabria, surrounding the villages of Villabuena, Leza, Laguardia, and Banos del Ebro. Many vines were planted between the 1920s and 1940s, producing low yields and concentrated fruit that reflects the limestone-rich terroir unique to Alavesa. The philosophy is to craft wines of purity, freshness, and texture that transparently express their origin. The 2021 season began with a cold winter and abundant rainfall. Rain continued during flowering, resulting in looser berry clusters and reduced yields. The summer was warm and dry, supported by stored water reserves, producing grapes of excellent concentration. Late-season rains divided the harvest into two stages: lower sites near Laguardia and Elciego yielded approachable, fruit-driven wines, while higher vineyards near the Sierra Cantabria ripened slowly, producing elegant wines with balance and refinement. Grapes are sourced from 300 meticulously selected parcels on the slopes of the Sierra Cantabria in Rioja Alavesa. The average vineyard size is 0.3 hectares, with an average vine age of around 50 years — some significantly older. The bush-trained vines thrive in limestone soils that impart freshness, precision, and minerality, while high altitudes contribute balancing acidity. The vineyards are cultivated with minimal intervention, using limited copper and sulphur sprays when required, and all fruit is hand-harvested in 15-kg boxes to maintain optimal quality. The Tempranillo grapes were sorted for quality before fermentation in 12,000-litre stainless steel tanks at moderate temperatures. Daily pump-overs extracted colour, flavour, and gentle tannins. Around 10% of the wine underwent malolactic fermentation in 300-litre new French oak barrels, softening the texture. 20% was aged for four months in French oak of varying ages, while the remaining 80% matured for four months on fine lees in stainless steel, preserving fruit purity and enhancing mouthfeel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFood and drinking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood with red meat, lamb, game and cheese. Ready now, and will hold for a few years yet. Serve at 15–16°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eContains sulphites. 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Toasted spice, espresso, and oak nuances carry through a long, elegant finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe producer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAster captures the contemporary spirit of Ribera del Duero. Founded by the renowned La Rioja Alta group, the winery was established in 2000 in Anguix, Burgos, with a mission to produce modern, fruit-forward wines that maintain elegance and structure. The 100-hectare estate integrates an advanced vinification hall, a grand manor house, and over 4,000 barrels of both French and American oak. Winemaker Julio Sáenz brings expertise from La Rioja Alta, crafting expressive, age-worthy wines defined by depth, balance, and purity of fruit. The 2019 growing season was marked by smooth vegetative development and limited rainfall, producing fewer but smaller, concentrated clusters. The optimal skin-to-pulp ratio yielded wines with richness, depth, and vibrant acidity. Officially rated *Excellent* by the Ribera del Duero Regulatory Council, this vintage showcases the appellation's signature intensity and finesse. Sourced exclusively from the 60-year-old vines of *Finca El Otero*, this single-vineyard wine is only produced in exceptional years. The plot sits at 850 metres above sea level in Anguix, Burgos, on gently eroded slopes of dry, non-fertile clay-loam soils. The vines deep root systems contribute structure and complexity, while the site's optimal exposure and poor soils limit yields to produce intensely flavoured berries. Aster follows sustainable vineyard management — reducing treatments, using renewable energy, reusing water, and promoting biodiversity through insect shelters and natural pest control. Grapes are hand-harvested at full maturity. Grapes were harvested during cold morning hours to preserve freshness and underwent a seven-day pre-fermentation cold soak. Fermentation began spontaneously with native yeasts, lasting 18 days before transfer to new French oak barrels. Weekly baonnage during 72 days of malolactic fermentation enhanced texture and complexity. The wine was then aged for 16 months in new French oak, with two traditional-style rackings to refine structure and integrate oak with fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFood and drinking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood with red meat and lamb. Drinking well now, with a decade or more ahead of it. Serve at 16–17°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eContains sulphites. 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EDKA Wines – Professional Tasting Description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe producer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBideona is a leading terroir-focused producer in Rioja Alavesa, working with micro-vineyard parcels to express the precision, freshness and mineral character of the region's high-altitude limestone slopes. Their approach blends traditional knowledge with modern precision, resulting in elegant, site-driven Tempranillo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFood and drinking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood with red meat and lamb. Ready now, and will hold for a few years yet. 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Fresh and saline with textural richness, showing flavours of orange marmalade, almond, and lees-driven creaminess, balanced by lively acidity and a persistent finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe producer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBodegas Bhilar is a boutique winery in Elvillar, Rioja Alavesa, run by husband-and-wife team David Sampedro and Melanie Hickman. Their philosophy is rooted in terroir-driven, soulful winemaking that respects the land and champions indigenous varieties. The vineyards have been farmed organically for over 20 years and biodynamically for 15 of those. Since 2014, horses have replaced tractors, ensuring gentle soil cultivation, and the estate became Demeter-certified in 2022. David, who grew up in these same vineyards, established Bhilar to craft expressive wines that capture the essence of Rioja Alavesa of cool-climate terroir through sustainable farming and minimal intervention. In 2020, Tim Atkin MW named Bodegas Bhilar *Winemaker of the Year*. The 2020 growing season posed significant challenges due to unstable weather and mildew pressure. A rigorous selection process ensured only the healthiest grapes were harvested, resulting in a low-yielding crop that produced wines with balance, bright acidity, and concentration. The Elvillar landscape has hosted vineyards for centuries and is home to some of Rioja's oldest vines. Poor, rocky limestone soils force the roots to dig deep, fostering exceptional complexity and mineral structure in the wines. The vineyards sit at high altitudes across three valleys stretching from the Sierra Cantabria to the River Ebro, creating a diverse microclimate ideal for white varieties. The bush-trained, low-yielding vines are organically and biodynamically farmed, dry-grown, and ploughed by horse. Grapes are hand-harvested from these limestone-rich plots, reflecting purity and tension typical of the region's best terroirs. Grapes were hand-destemmed and foot-trodden to initiate natural fermentation with native yeasts. Gentle punch-downs were performed daily before the wine was pressed and transferred to 225-litre French barriques for 36 months of ageing on fine lees. This extended maturation contributes texture, depth, and a distinctive leesy complexity. The wine was bottled unfined and unfiltered, with potential for natural sediment over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFood and drinking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood with poultry and seafood. Ready now, and will hold for a few years yet. Serve at 10–12°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eContains sulphites. 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Textured and beautifully balanced, showing depth and chalky minerality. Flavours of dried herbs, citrus peel, and honeyed spice unfold into a long, elegant finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe producer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBodegas Bhilar is a boutique winery in Elvillar, Rioja Alavesa, run by husband-and-wife team David Sampedro and Melanie Hickman. Together they produce terroir-driven wines with soul, guided by a philosophy of sustainability and minimal intervention. The vineyards have been organically cultivated for over 20 years and biodynamically for 15, with horses replacing tractors in 2014 to preserve soil vitality. Certified *Demeter* since 2022, Bhilar's wines perfectly reflect the cool-climate personality of Rioja Alavesa. David, who grew up among these same vineyards, founded Bhilar to showcase unique wines that evoke a sense of place. In 2020, Tim Atkin MW named him Winemaker of the Year. The 2015 growing season was defined by consistently pleasant weather, allowing grapes to ripen fully by early October. Yields were low, resulting in fruit of exceptional health, concentration, and balance that translated into elegant, textural wines. The Viura grapes come from a single 0.68-hectare plot named *La Revilla*, planted in 1925 in Elvillar. Each vine is individually staked and biodynamically farmed, with cultivation by hand and ploughing by horse. The ancient clay and limestone soils impart exceptional structure and minerality, lending the wine its hallmark chalky texture. The site's unique microclimate, shaped by diverse slopes and exposures, creates remarkable aromatic complexity and balance. Grapes were destemmed and crushed by foot to initiate natural fermentation using indigenous yeasts from the skins. After pressing, the wine was aged for six years in used 225-litre French oak barrels that were not topped up and did not develop flor. This patient elevage resulted in a deeply expressive wine with savoury and oxidative complexity, remarkable texture, and tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFood and drinking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood with poultry and seafood. Ready now, and will hold for a few years yet. Serve at 11–12°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eContains sulphites. 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Appearance: Deep cherry-ruby colour with hints of cardinal rim and bluish glints — a sign of youth and vibrancy. Aroma: A compelling aromatic profile of ripe red and dark berries (cherry, cassis, plum), violet floral lift, and refined oak touches of vanilla, clove, and subtle liquorice. Palate: Silky and broad, this wine delivers concentrated dark-fruit flavours framed by elegant tannins; the oak is well integrated, giving notes of leather, spice, and liquorice. The finish is long, harmonious, and polished. Body: Medium to full-bodied — substantial yet refined, with a velvet texture and clear structure. Acidity: Balanced acidity that keeps the wine fresh and lively, supporting the fruit and structure without being aggressive. Cellaring Potential: Drink from 2025 to 2032+. Accessible now with decanting, but capable of further development over several years. Perfect Pairing: Ideal with roasted lamb, slow-cooked beef, game birds (duck or pheasant), mature Manchego, or mixed charcuterie. 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It's been chosen because it delivers Champagne quality at a fraction of the price, and because almost nobody at the table will have heard of it — which is exactly the point. The Corpinnat story gives you something to tell, and the scarcity means it's a wine where the membership and value message really lands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe producer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Llopart family have been growing vines in Penedès since 1385, which makes them one of the oldest wine-producing families in Europe still working their own land. More importantly, they were founding members of Corpinnat — the elite breakaway group of top Penedès estates that walked away from the Cava DO because \"Cava\" had come to mean cheap. Corpinnat membership comes with a strict code: fully organic, estate-grown, hand-harvested fruit and long ageing on the lees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFood and drinking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood with seafood, salads and poultry \u0026amp; pork. 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