Spain Region Report

Valdespino Quina
RRP £24.95
New Year Sale Offer £16.50

This quina is from a traditional recipe used by the Valdespino family for over 100 years. It is old Oloroso wine from the VOS and VORS soleras blended with a little Pedro Ximenez from El Candado. The wine is aromatized by fruits, roots and herbs such as Cinchona bark, gentian root, licorice, nutmeg, dried grapefruit and dried Seville oranges,.

Notes: Dark mahogany colour with coppery tones. The nose is concentrated with layered aromas of aniseed, nutmeg and dates. Notes of quinine and a satisfying bitterness on the palate lead to a long and complex finish. This is the perfect aperitif, served in a tumbler glass on the rocks with a cinnamon stick and a twist of orange

Valdespino is one of the oldest bodegas in Jerez, …
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Price: £16.50
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12- Year-Old Amontillado, Sherry, Jerez
Principe De Barbadillo
Half Bottle 37.5cl

This 12 year old Sherry has a beautiful amber colour. Clear and bright in appearance. It is intense and elegant on the nose; a tempting seductress. Saline nuances and a trace of toasted hazelnuts. Excellent balance and structure with a long finish. The typical dryness of amontillado sherry stands out and highlights its complexity. Lingering and satisfying aftertaste.

Serving Suggestion:
Enjoy at 12-13 Celsius degrees either with a traditional Amontillado pairing such as artichoke dishes or if you are adventurous try red tuna ceviche.

*91 Points - Robert Parker*
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Price: £20.95
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La Rioja Alta, Gran Reserva
96 Points James Suckling

​The 2011 La Rioja Alta Gran Reserva 904 is a distinguished wine from the renowned La Rioja Alta winery, showcasing the classic elegance of traditional Rioja. This vintage is a blend of 89% Tempranillo from vines over 60 years old in Briñas, Rodezno, and Villalba, and 11% Graciano from the Montecillo vineyard in Fuenmayor. The grapes were meticulously harvested and transported in refrigerated vehicles to preserve their integrity. After fermentation, the wine aged for four years in American oak barrels crafted by the winery's own coopers, with traditional rackings every six months. Bottling took place in February 2020. …
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Price: £89.00
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Fortaleza de Imas, reserva

From the outstanding 2001 vintage—considered one of the best in Rioja in recent decades—this Reserva is a fully mature, traditionally styled Rioja red, showing all the hallmarks of extended oak and bottle aging.

In the glass, it reveals a garnet hue with amber tinges on the rim. The bouquet is fragrant and layered, with aromas of dried cherry, redcurrant, and plum, alongside cedar, vanilla, clove, tobacco leaf, leather, and earthy notes. Subtle balsamic and herbal tones (bay leaf, thyme) add further nuance.

The palate is medium-bodied with finely integrated tannins and bright yet mellow acidity. …
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Price: £39.00
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Conde de la Salceda- Gran Reserva

A rare and fully mature Rioja displaying elegant complexity: aromas of blackberry, balsamic spice, cedar, tobacco, forest floor, truffle, and subtle cigar. Palate is rounded and harmonious, with refined tannins and a long, savoury finish—ideal for Rioja lovers and collectors.
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Price: £45.00
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Marqués del Puerto Gran Reserva – Rioja

A mature and classically styled Rioja showing soft, evolved character. The nose opens with aromas of dried cherry, leather, and cedar, alongside hints of vanilla, dried herbs, and a touch of earthy spice from long barrel ageing.

On the palate, the wine is silky and mellow, with softened tannins and fading red fruit—think stewed plum and sour cherry—wrapped in gentle oak tones. Notes of tobacco, clove, and a faint balsamic edge add tertiary complexity.

The finish is smooth and savoury, with a lingering sense of spice and old wood. Now fully mature—best enjoyed soon, ideally with roast meats or aged Manchego. …
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Price: £45.00
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Campo Viejo- Gran Reserva

The 1991 vintage in Rioja was widely regarded as one of the best of the decade. Conditions produced balanced, structured wines with the depth to age gracefully. Many Gran Reservas from this year have matured beautifully, showing both elegance and complexity after more than 30 years in bottle.

Tasting Note
This 1991 Campo Viejo Gran Reserva displays a garnet colour with a brick rim. The nose is expressive and mature, offering dried cherry, fig, cedar, vanilla, and gentle leather notes. On the palate it is smooth and harmonious, with softened tannins, layers of dried red fruit, earthy spice, and hints of tobacco. …
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Castillo Labastida Rioja Reserva

The 1989 Castillo Labastida Rioja Reserva is a mature Spanish red wine produced by Bodegas y Viñedos Labastida, located in the Rioja Alavesa region. This wine is crafted primarily from the Tempranillo grape, which is renowned for producing age-worthy wines with complex flavor profiles.

According to CellarTracker, this vintage is characterized by its deep ruby color and a bouquet of dried red fruits, leather, and subtle oak nuances. On the palate, it offers a harmonious balance of acidity and tannins, leading to a smooth, lingering finish. The wine's structure and depth suggest that it has aged gracefully, retaining its elegance over the decades. …
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Price: £49.00
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Castillo Labastida Rioja Gran Reserva

The 1989 Castillo Labastida Rioja Gran Reserva is a mature Spanish red wine produced by Bodegas y Viñedos Labastida, located in the Rioja Alavesa region. This wine is crafted primarily from the Tempranillo grape, which is renowned for producing age-worthy wines with complex flavor profiles.

According to CellarTracker, this vintage is characterized by its deep ruby color and a bouquet of dried red fruits, leather, and subtle oak nuances. On the palate, it offers a harmonious balance of acidity and tannins, leading to a smooth, lingering finish. The wine's structure and depth suggest that it has aged gracefully, retaining its elegance over the decades. …
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Price: £69.00
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Conde de la Salceda Gran Reserva

A rare and distinguished Gran Reserva from the 1980 vintage. This mature Rioja offers a classic bouquet of dried cherry, cedar, tobacco, and earthy spice, with a smooth palate showing mellow red fruit, leather, and balsamic warmth. Elegant and fully evolved, with a long, savoury finish.
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Price: £75.00
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Berberana- Gran reserva-
Rioja

Founded in 1877, Bodegas Berberana is one of Rioja’s oldest and most traditional houses, producing age-worthy wines with long barrel and bottle maturation. Gran Reserva bottlings are only made in strong vintages and spend several years in oak before release, built for decades of cellaring.

Tasting Note: Tawny-garnet in colour with a fading rim. Mature aromas of dried strawberry, leather, vanilla, cedar, and tobacco leaf. On the palate, smooth and resolved, with silky tannins, dried fruit, earthy spice, and a gentle balsamic edge. The finish is elegant, savoury, and long.
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Emperatriz

Wine from Rioja (and Ribera del Duero), aged for at least two years in oak and three years in the bottle, made primarily from the Tempranillo grape. Light and red-brown in colour, with intense vanilla aromas and substantial earthy flavour notes. Significant acidity and medium alcohol.
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Price: £89.00
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Coronas Gran Reserva, Catalonia

The 1973 Torres Gran Coronas Reserva stands as a testament to the pioneering spirit of Miguel A. Torres and the evolution of Spanish winemaking in the 20th century. Produced in the Penedès region of Catalonia, this vintage followed the groundbreaking 1970 "Black Label" release, which had already begun to challenge perceptions of Spanish red wines on the international stage.

While specific tasting notes for the 1973 vintage are scarce, insights can be gleaned from the characteristics of its predecessor. The 1970 vintage, composed of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Tempranillo, and 10% Monastrell, …
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Price: £119.00
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Coronas Gran Reserva, Catalonia

The 1970 Torres Gran Coronas Gran Reserva, also known as the “Black Label,” is a landmark Spanish wine that helped redefine the potential of Cabernet Sauvignon in Spain. Produced in the Penedès region by Miguel A. Torres, this vintage was pivotal in establishing Spain’s international reputation for fine red wines.

Composed of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Tempranillo, and 10% Monastrell, the 1970 vintage was the first to carry the Black Label designation. The grapes were fermented in stainless steel tanks—a pioneering move in Spain at the time—and aged for six months in new American oak followed by a year in older barrels. …
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Price: £129.00
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Siglo - Felix Azpilicueta Martinez

Wine from Rioja (and Ribera del Duero), aged for at least two years in oak and three years in the bottle, made primarily from the Tempranillo grape. Light and red-brown in colour, with intense vanilla aromas and substantial earthy flavour notes. Significant acidity and medium alcohol.
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Price: £89.00
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Carta de Plata - Berberana

Wine from Rioja (and Ribera del Duero), aged for at least two years in oak and three years in the bottle, made primarily from the Tempranillo grape. Light and red-brown in colour, with intense vanilla aromas and substantial earthy flavour notes. Significant acidity and medium alcohol.
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Price: £69.00
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Bodegas Santana

Wine from Rioja (and Ribera del Duero), aged for at least two years in oak and three years in the bottle, made primarily from the Tempranillo grape. Light and red-brown in colour, with intense vanilla aromas and substantial earthy flavour notes. Significant acidity and medium alcohol.
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Coto de Imaz- Gran reserva

Appearance: Brilliant ruby with russet hues—mature elegance starts in the glass
Aroma & Bouquet: Initially sweet oak and toast, evolving into coconut, leather, wet earth, with hints of red and dried fruit
Palate: Round, silky tannins and a persistent, complex finish; secondary flavours of red fruits, subtle spice, and cocoa nuances
Overall: Mature, well-integrated Gran Reserva showing tertiary complexity while retaining lively acidity and structure.
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Viña Albina- Rioja alta- Cenicero

Appearance:
Light garnet with a tawny-orange rim. Clear, delicate colour showing full maturity.

Nose:
Developed and expressive. Aromas of dried cherry, redcurrant, old leather, cedarwood, and dusty earth. Subtle notes of tobacco, dry herbs, and vanilla may appear with air.

Palate:
Light to medium-bodied with soft, resolved tannins and a bright thread of acidity. Flavours of dried red fruit, sandalwood, mushroom, and faint balsamic or orange peel. The structure is gentle, more about nuance than power.

Finish:
Moderate in length. Fades into savoury, earthy tones with a lingering note of dried spice and cedar. …
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Price: £75.00
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Federico Paternina Reserva Especial

The 1966 Federico Paternina Reserva Especial is a magnificent example of mature Rioja from one of Spain’s most historic and respected bodegas. Founded in 1896 in Haro, at the heart of Rioja Alta, Paternina built its reputation on crafting long-lived wines that embody the classic Rioja style—Tempranillo-led blends aged extensively in American oak before release. The 1966 vintage is considered one of the great years of the 20th century in Rioja, producing wines with the depth, balance, and structure to age gracefully for decades, as this Reserva Especial so clearly demonstrates.

In the glass, the wine displays a pale brick-red hue with orange-brown highlights, a hallmark of mature Tempranillo. …
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Price: £199.00
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Amontillado Viejisimo, Domecq

The House of Domecq has spent almost three centuries pleasing sherry-drinkers of every stripe, including the royalty of Spain and England. They have also grown, eventually becoming part of the enormous corporate tapestry that is Allied Domecq, which owns a diverse range of wine and spirit producers.

This Amontillado captures vestigial freshness from the flor yeast, which has been allowed to die, in return adding colour, texture and complex malty hazelnut flavours to an unnervingly complex ensemble.
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Price: £1,495.00
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Criadera Palo Cortado, Sherry
Barbadillo

Founded by Benigno Barbadillo in 1821 Barbadillo are the most important producers of Manzanilla. With 16 ageing cellars full of soleras they make excellent examples of the full range of Sherry styles. This delicious Palo Cortado comes from the younger part (Criadera) of the solera in the small 18th century La Sacristia Cellar and bottled unfiltered (En Rama).

Palo Cortado is one of the rarest Sherries starting life as a Fino or here as a Manzanilla aged unoxidized under the Flor, a blanket of yeast that floats on the surface blocking the air getting to the wine. In Palo Cortado the flor dies, and the wine is exposed to oxidation becoming a dark golden colour, rich and nutty, with the freshness of a Fino but the richness of an Oloroso. …
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Price: £17.95
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Criadera Amontilado, Sherry
Barbadillo

Founded by Benigno Barbadillo in 1821 Barbadillo are the most important producers of Manzanilla. With 16 ageing cellars full of soleras they make excellent examples of the full range of Sherry styles.

Barbadillo Criadera Selection Amontillado En Rama is a rare and exclusive sherry wine that offers a truly unique and delightful tasting experience. Made by the renowned Bodegas Barbadillo in Jerez, Spain, this wine is a true testament to the artistry of traditional sherry production. It is crafted using the solera and criadera aging system, resulting in a complex and nuanced flavor profile. The wine is aged in oak barrels, allowing it to develop intense aromas of toasted nuts, dried fruits, and a touch of sea salt. …
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"Obispo Gascon" Palo Cortado 15 year old Sherry
Barbadillo D.O. Jerez
**92 Points- Robert Parker**

*92 Points- Robert Parker*

A 15 year old sherry wine. Attractive colour of antique gold. The aromatic complexity reveals toasted almonds, walnuts and raisins. On the palate it is pleasant, rounded and harmonious. Deliciously smooth and lingering.

The Palo Cortado sherries are particularly special within the Jerez-Xèrés-Sherry Designation of Origin. This is because despite the fact that production follows the similar physical-chemical process of oxidative ageing as with the olorosos, the result is quite different with their organoleptic characteristics falling somewhere between those of an amontillado and an oloroso. …
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Price: £39.95
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Pedro Ximénez `El Candado`

El Candado is Spanish for the padlock, and indeed every bottle comes with a small padlock and two little keys. The idea is that a butt from this solera used to be locked away as someone from the Valdespino family wanted to keep the wine to himself.

Nose: quite a bright nose, with lots of raisins and figs but in a fruity way rather than the sticky way. Honey and plenty of quince jelly. Some green, leafy notes too, as well as a light woody touch. Light cinnamon.

Mouth: very sweet and onctuous, but again not over the top. Toffee notes, desserts with figs and honey. Guava. Grows slightly darker towards the end, with some Turkish coffee, dark caramel and a light spicy edge (pepper, cardamom). …
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Price: £26.95
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