CVNE is one of Rioja's leading producers with a long and storied history dating back to the founding of the Compañía Vinícola del Norte de España in 1879. Still run by the descendants of the founding family, they continually produce some of the best value wines in the whole of Rioja.

Today we are very excited to offer what we feel may be one of the top picks, not only in Rioja, but across all of Spain: the CVNE Contino Rioja Reserva 2016. Scoring 97 points (James Suckling), the Contino 2016 provides a 'very subtle character, but great tension and richness'. You will struggle to find such a high-scoring wine at under £19 per bottle IB.

Always of a consistent high-quality, the Contino 2016 is a particular stand-out due to the quality of the vintage as a whole in the region. 2016 is the joint best vintage ever in Rioja, alongside the illustrious 2010, in the eyes of the Wine Advocate vintage report. If there is a vintage of Contino to stock-up on, 2016 should be it...

CVNE's Contino classical-modern styled Rioja was first made in 1973. Created to further the concept of the single estate winery, it has since been one of the principal leaders in the resurrection of the nearly extinct Graciano grape. Its pedigree and genuine finesse rivals the region's most illustrious names; Murrieta, La Rioja Alta, and Lopez de Heredia.

Offered today from just £110 per case in bond, it was wines like the CVNE Contino Rioja Reserva 2016 that started the UK's love affair with Rioja - exceptional quality for an exceptional price.