origin: Spain

Bodegas Emilio Moro Tempranillo Finca Resalso 2023

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Bodegas Emilio Moro
Fanciful Name: Finca Resalso
Varietal: Tempranillo
Vintage: 2023
Country of Origin: Spain
Appellation: Ribera del Duero
Retail Price: $20.00

Tasting Notes: The youngest and most playful wine from this historic, family-owned winery. Showing all its beautiful fresh fruit with notes of plum, black cherry and blueberry. Four months of barrel aging is just the right amount to round out the edges and express the fruit and terroir. A stunning value that begs for some smoked meat or barbeque.
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Bodegas Alejandro Fernández Tempranillo Tinto Pesquera Crianza 2021

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Bodegas Alejandro Fernández
Fanciful Name: Tinto Pesquera Crianza
Varietal: Tempranillo
Vintage: 2021
Country of Origin: Spain
Appellation: Ribera del Duero
Retail Price: $40.00

Tasting Notes: This 100% tempranillo from the Ribera del Duero is produced by one the region’s most historic and well-known wineries. Aged for a minimum of one year in American oak, it can be cellared or enjoyed immediately. Brilliant garnet in the glass, the nose and palate both display plenty of ripe red fruit, with strawberry being the dominant aspect. A great wine to pair with a wide range of fowl and meat dishes.
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Bodegas Ramon Bilbao Verdejo 2022

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Bodegas Ramon Bilbao
Varietal: Verdejo
Vintage: 2022
Country of Origin: Spain
Appellation: Rueda
Retail Price: $17.99

Tasting Notes: A great example of the crop of “discovery” wines from Spain. Higher altitude sourcing from estate grapes yields vibrant herbaceous fruit. Beautiful yellow/green color highlights the soft floral notes with citrus hints. Fennel and fresh cut grass notes add to the appeal. Medium-bodied with zippy acidity. Great wine to welcome the arrival of spring!
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Mar de Frades Albariño 2022

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Mar de Frades
Varietal: Albariño
Vintage: 2022
Country of Origin: Spain
Appellation: Rías Baixas
Retail Price: $26.99

Tasting Notes: This is the white cousin to the famed tempranillo grapes of Spain. Sourced from the cool coastal climate of the Atlantic, this wine reflects both the terroir and the cuisine of the region. Meticulous natural farming techniques result in a soft style with light acidity. Floral notes of wildflowers mingle with light minerality and hints of lime and mint. This is a true discovery wine not that far off the beaten path. A classic pairing with fish and shellfish, especially classic paellas.
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Prado Rey Tempranillo Sr. Niño 2022

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Prado Rey
Fanciful Name: Sr. Niño
Varietal: Tempranillo
Vintage: 2022
Country of Origin: Spain
Appellation: Ribera del Duero
Retail Price: $25.00

Tasting Notes: A dark purple tone, with high-intensity inviting aromatics that lead to juicy, fruit and plummy notes on this festive and fun wine. Organically farmed, with carbonic maceration that brings liveliness to its style.
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Bodegas Montecillo Tempranillo Reserva

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Bodegas Montecillo
Fanciful Name: Reserva
Varietal: Tempranillo
Country of Origin: Spain
Appellation: Rioja
Retail Price: $20.99

Tasting Notes: Established in 1870, these folks have been pioneers in bringing the best of Spain to America. Sourcing older vines helps yield concentrated flavor. Very regimented fermentation combines the best of old world and new world techniques (stainless and concrete tanks) The magic happens in the aging to achieve the Reserva status. Twenty-four months in mainly French oak is followed by 24 months of bottle aging. Beautiful ruby coloring in the glass leads to red fruit notes. Rich and elegant, with touches of expresso and vanilla on the finish. Incredible value for a wine of the pedigree.
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Bodegas Larchago (Chavarri) Tempranillo Izarbe Reserva Selección 2014

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Bodegas Larchago (Chavarri)
Fanciful Name: Izarbe Reserva Selección
Varietal: Tempranillo
Vintage: 2014
Country of Origin: Spain
Appellation: Spain
Retail Price: $28.00

Tasting Notes: All tempranillo from the highest elevation of the three subzone of Rioja- Rioja Alta. Aging in oak gives this wine its hallmark dill, coconut and sawdust aromas on a sleek and immediately accessible wine.
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Atalayas de Golban Tempranillo Torre de Golbán Crianza 2017

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Atalayas de Golban
Fanciful Name: Torre de Golbán Crianza
Varietal: Tempranillo
Vintage: 2017
Country of Origin: Spain
Appellation: Ribera del Duero
Retail Price: $16.00

Tasting Notes: Aged in French oak, the light spice, tobacco and fresh, delicious black cherry fruit of this tempranillo clone is a major value for its price. Grill up some meat and vegetables and enjoy.
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Bodegas Muriel Tempranillo Reserva 2018

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Bodegas Muriel
Fanciful Name: Reserva
Varietal: Tempranillo
Vintage: 2018
Country of Origin: Spain
Appellation: Rioja
Retail Price: $19.99

Tasting Notes: Tempranillo is developing a huge following around the world, but the easiest way is to go to the source in the famed Rioja region. Sourcing from the famed Alavesa region, this family-owned vineyard hand-harvests their fruit, and follows the strict guidelines for the Riserva designation (24 months in oak/12 months in bottle). Robust red coloring leads to notes of coffee, vanilla and rich red fruits. Over-delivers for the money!
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Segura Viudas Rosé Blend Brut Rosado 2019

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Segura Viudas
Fanciful Name: Brut Rosado
Varietal: Rosé Blend
Vintage: 2019
Country of Origin: Spain
Appellation: Cava
Retail Price: $12.00

Tasting Notes: A lovely blend of regional Spanish varieties, this wonderful wine demonstrates why Cava is such a popular location for making wonderful and delicious sparkling wines. Lovely berry/cherry fruit is balanced by good acidity, as well as delicate effervescence. Great wine, at an excellent price.
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Bella Conchi Cava

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Bella Conchi
Varietal: Sparkling
Country of Origin: Spain
Appellation: Cava
Retail Price: $18.00

Tasting Notes: Produced from traditional Cava varieties, with a bit of chardonnay, showcases the clean tree and citrus fruit aspects. Brilliant pale gold, with green hints in the glass. The nose and palate share similar profiles. Very capable of matching with a wide range of foods, it's an excellent value.
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Gotas de Mar Albarino 2020

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Gotas de Mar
Varietal: Albarino
Vintage: 2020
Country of Origin: Spain
Appellation: Rias Baixas
Retail Price: $22.00

Tasting Notes: From the northwest corner of Spain, this 100% albariño possesses plenty of clean stone fruit, with good weight and a bright, lingering finish. A killer combo with grilled fish; extraordinary with seafood paella.
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