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Marques de Riscal Gran Reserva 2001
04/15/11
NZD $114.95 NZD $94.95
Marques de Riscal Gran Reserva is synonymous with outstanding Rioja. It is ranked as the first excellent vintage of the 21st century with a quality only matched by the excellent 1964. This is a wine that combines tradition and modernity, a perfect example of a Bodega established in the 19th century but looking ahead to the 21st. Made from Tempranillo, Graciano and Mazuelo, it is dark cherry coloured with brick red hues with a complex aroma of balsamic, toasted oak and Asian spices. Full bodied, with a soft rounded mid palate that leads to a focused, clean yet persistent finish. One of the best value for money wines in the world that if anything, is just a little young and it will continue evolving for the next 15-20 years.
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Marques de Riscal Reserva 2006
04/15/11
NZD $54.95 NZD $49.95
This Bodegas has been established in 1858. A pioneering winery in Rioja that goes back to the time when phylloxera devastated most of the French vineyards. Made from Tempranillo, Graciano and Mathuelo, exclusively from vines over 15 years of age. Strict harvesting by hand and aged for over 2 years which it must do by law, the wine is medium to full bodied with smoky and leather characteristics with hints of balsamic, soft, round tannins which make it ideal for having with chorizos, jamon serrano and game. Starting to drink very well now but can be cellared with confidence for the next 10 years plus.
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Marques de Riscal Proximo 2008
04/15/11
NZD $21.95 NZD $19.95
A classical standard Rioja from one of the most historic Bodegas in the region, made from Tempranillo mainly and from the vineyards owned exclusively by Marquis de Riscal. This is a Rioja that embodies classical characteristics, fruity, smoky with hints of leather, game and supple tannins. Very well structured that will be superb with a variety of dishes such as poultry and roast meats. At the price it offers outstanding quality and it will also cellar for another 3-4 years.
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Cvne Crianza 2006
09/16/10
NZD $34.95 NZD $32.95
One of the most basic wines from this producer yet delivering some outstanding value for money and still defining what Rioja is all about. Also mostly Tempranillo that when young is very fresh and lively but also capable of aging for a further 3-4 years. Bright cherry colour with some violet nuances. In the nose, red berries aromas remain over the oaky and balsamic notes from its ageing in wood. It shows an elegance in the mouth, yet very lively, with some spice back notes and a very balanced acidity.
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Cvne Imperial Gran Reserva 1999
09/16/10
NZD $97.95 NZD $89.95
One of the true aristocratic Rioja’s from a great vintage that with 11 years of age is still relatively young. Made from 100% Tempranillo and only in excellent vintages, this wine displays an array of leather, saffron and dry herbs but yet remaining extremely fresh, clear and focused. We have compared this to some super second growths and even Grand Cru Burgundy and at the price, it delivers unbeatable value. One of the keys to great Rioja’s such as this are the great vinerous flavours, enormous middle palate and great texture. If you haven’t tried any great Rioja before, you should definately give this a go.
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Cvne Imperial Reserva 2004
09/16/10
NZD $84.95 NZD $79.95
From one of the best vintages in Rioja over the last 30 years. A wine that is starting to be approachable now however it will cellar for another 15-20 years. Great concentration and depth with excellent racy acidity, profound and focused with a stylish, bright ruby red and very intense colour. Highly aromatic on the nose with hints of red and black autumn fruit aromas along with some toasted and spicy notes of sweet Bourbon character. Full and meaty in the palate with great depth and a fine, long, velvety and complex finish.
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Sierra Cantabria Reserva 2004
09/16/10
NZD $59.95 NZD $56.95
Made from 100% Tempranillo from three proprietary vineyards: La Veguilla, Jararte, and Valgrande located around the towns of San Vicente de la Sonsierra and Labastida. Aged 14 months in 2-3 years old Bordelaise barrels of American and French oak. Medium ruby colour. Nice toasted coconut aroma framing red fruit. Perfectly balanced on the palate with toasty coconut, red berries, vanilla crème and spice.
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San Vincente 2006
07/14/10
NZD $96.95
"A glass-coating purple/black colour, it offers up a brooding bouquet of wood smoke, pencil lead, liquorice, plum and blackberry. Opulent and rich on the palate with layers of succulent fruit, it should be at its best from 2016 to 2026."
93/100 Robert Parker – Wine Advocate
"This generous red offers cherry, currant and cranberry fruit, liquorice and spice accents. Full bodied and firm but not heavy."
93/100 – Wine Spectator
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CVNE Vina Real Gran Reserva 1998
08/19/08
NZD $114.95 NZD $109.95
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Contino Gran Reserva 1996
08/19/08
NZD $129.95 NZD $119.95
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CVNE Real de Asua 2001
08/19/08
NZD $179.95 NZD $174.95
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Contino Vina del Olivio 2004
08/19/08
NZD $228.95
