Mas de la Mona – Chardonnay 2022 – Alicante

Mas de la Mona – Chardonnay 2022 – Alicante

The nose is fresh, racy. It expresses a flinty side, notes of fresh pear and more slightly – fresh flowers associated with small touches of olive leaf, mesocarps and a discreet hint of fresh hazelnut. The palate is fruity and offers freshness, minerality, tension and a fine oxidative note in the background. It expresses notes…

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Vidal – Balaguer – Selección 2022 – Alicante

Vidal – Balaguer – Selección 2022 – Alicante

The nose is fresh and offers a certain power, a small intensity, a fine and precise grain, an airy side. It expresses notes of bright wild blackcurrant, small bright wild red berries and more slightly – cherry, associated with touches of cherry blossoms, plum blossoms as well as hints of black olive, a sense of…

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Albor de Masos 2022 – Alicante

Albor de Masos 2022 – Alicante

The nose is spicy, ssfruity and offers complexity. It expresses notes of sweet spices, cloves and more slightly – small ripe black fruits, associated with touches of powder, dry soil and more slightly – iodine. The palate is fruity and offers minerality, freshness, juiciness, energy and a nice little sappy touch. It expresses notes of…

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Valenciso Rioja Reserva 2016 – Rioja

Valenciso Rioja Reserva 2016 – Rioja

This wine is a profound and expressive representation of a well-balanced Tempranillo. It captivates with its deep and complex character, showcasing notes of pepper and spices. Despite its light and lean palate, it surprises with a high intensity of flavors. The soft, integrated tannins provide a lacy texture, adding to its overall elegance.

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Valenciso bianca 2021 – Rioja

Valenciso bianca 2021 – Rioja

This wine, a blend of Viura and Garnacha Bianca, showcases the meticulous craftsmanship of Valenciso, founded by Luis Valentín in 1998. Aged for 7.5 months in barrels made from used Caucasian oak with tighter grains, it exemplifies elegance and precision. The wine offers a creamy texture and a perfect balance between the freshness of Viura…

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Rioja Cerro la Isa Garnacha Vinedo Singular 2019 – Rioja

Rioja Cerro la Isa Garnacha Vinedo Singular 2019 – Rioja

Grown in vineyards situated at an impressive altitude of 700 meters, this wine exhibits remarkable concentration and depth. It entices the senses with intense flavors of cherry, menthol, chocolate, and a hint of cigar. The complexity of this wine is further enhanced by the presence of herbal notes, fennel, violet, and lavender. On the palate,…

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Garnacha Peña el Gato Granito 2021 – Rioja

Garnacha Peña el Gato Granito 2021 – Rioja

Crafted by Juan Carlos Sancha, this remarkable wine is sourced from 105-year-old Garnacha vineyards, resulting in a truly exceptional expression. The wine is mineral-driven and highly expressive, owing to its aging in Galician granite. It showcases a complex and savory profile with no oak presence, allowing the fruit and terroir to shine. The wine exhibits…

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Rioja Ad Libitum Maturana Blanca 2021 – Rioja

Rioja Ad Libitum Maturana Blanca 2021 – Rioja

Another grape varietal isolated from the research and studies of Juan Carlos Sancha on vineyard and varietal mutation preservation. This maturana Bianca is barrel fermented, and has a complex, floral with slight bitterness expression. The wine’s soft texture and saline undertones add depth and character. The long, textural palate lingers with the essence of dried…

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Rioja Ad Libitum Monastel de Rioja 2020 – Rioja

Rioja Ad Libitum Monastel de Rioja 2020 – Rioja

This wine, crafted by Juan Carlos Sancha, an engineer with a master’s in viticulture & oenology as well as teacher and educator at the rioja university, showcases the unique Monastel de Rioja grape. It reveals a rich and concentrated character, with flavors of dark berries, tobacco, and hints of leather. The wine offers a full-bodied…

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Rioja Jose Gil 2021 – Rioja

Rioja Jose Gil 2021 – Rioja

Produced by Bodegas Jose Gil, this wine is a true expression of Rioja’s rich winemaking heritage. It presents an array of red fruit aromas, complemented by subtle spice and oak nuances. The wine displays a medium body, well-integrated tannins, and a persistent finish.

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