Faustino Rivero Ulecia Rioja Crianza La Rioja, Spain

“Lovely purity of fruit to this Rioja, which shows fresh raspberries, eucalyptus, vanilla and baking spices. Round, medium-to full-bodied palate with centralized tannins that carry dark cherries on the medium finish. Drink now.”
James Suckling – 91 Points

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Bodegas Fariña Arco Iris Tinto Toro, Spain

The 2019 marks our third vintage of this tasty-Toro and in the glass, it’s the best one to date. The end of the growing season in 2019 was hotter and drier, producing a wine with more extraction, richness, and ripeness than previous vintages.

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Marques del Silvo Rioja Reserva La Rioja, Spain

Much like its Joven counterpart, this Reserva is a steal for the quality. There are plenty of inexpensive Reserva Riojas out there; however, I can guarantee that very few of those will even approach the quality of the Marques del Silvo at this price. If you’re a Rioja fan, be sure to stock up on this one!

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Vilano “Black” Roble 2018 Ribera del Dureo, Spain

“Let me count the ways in which this wine is black: in its spark of black rocky soil, in the darkness of its blueberry-skin tannins, in the layers of anise, blackberry and black cherry… It’s tight and as spicy as chorizo, which it would accompany well.” Joshua Greene, Wine&Spirits Magazine 2019

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2014 Bodegas Vilano – Tempranillo Ribera del Duero, Spain

This wine is always well rated, and I this review from the Spectator hits it spot on:
90 Points: Wine Spectator Sep 30, 2017
“This lively red delivers black cherry and licorice flavors, with smoky and leafy notes. Fresh and focused, in a balanced structure that is energetic and graceful. Made in a clean, modern style. Drink now through 2024. 8,850 cases made.” (90 pts.)

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