Spain - All Red Wines
One of the most famous vineyards for red wines in Spain is Vega Sicilia, located in Ribera del Duero. Their flagship wine, Vega Sicilia Único, is a legendary red that exemplifies the region's mastery in crafting age-worthy and complex wines. With its deep color, intense aromatics, and a harmonious blend of Tempranillo and other varietals, Vega Sicilia Único has become an iconic representation of Spanish winemaking.
In Priorat, Clos Mogador is celebrated for its exceptional red wines. Their Clos Mogador, crafted from a blend of Grenache, Carignan, and other local varieties, showcases the rugged landscape of the region with its concentrated flavors, firm tannins, and remarkable aging potential.Moving to the region of Bierzo, Descendientes de Jose Palacios is a notable vineyard known for its Mencía-based red wines. Their Petalos del Bierzo is a stellar example of the region's winemaking excellence, offering vibrant fruit flavors, floral aromatics, and a lively acidity that epitomizes the elegance of Bierzo's red wines.
Spain's fine red wines beautifully reflect the country's winemaking diversity, from the bold and structured reds of Ribera del Duero and Rioja to the powerful and mineral-driven wines of Priorat and the elegant and aromatic expressions of Bierzo. With their depth, complexity, and the legacy of Spain's winemaking heritage, these red wines embody the essence of Spain's vibrant wine culture. Spanish red wines promise a journey of flavors that capture the essence of this captivating wine country.
Spain - All Red Wines
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Galicia | 1 | - | HK$740.00 | |||||
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Discover the exquisite Guimaro Ribeira Sacra Finca Pombeiras 2020, a testament to Ribeira Sacra's esteemed terroir. Crafted by the renowned Guimaro estate, this wine is predominantly made from the noble Mencía varietal, meticulously hand-harvested from the sun-kissed vineyards of Finca Pombeiras. The grapes undergo a gentle fermentation process in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, preserving the wine's vibrant fruit character and delicate acidity. Aged for 12 months in French oak barrels, it gains subtle complexity and refined tannins. The 2020 vintage exhibits a deep ruby hue, unveiling aromas of ripe red berries, floral notes, and a hint of mineral undertones reflective of the region's slate-rich soils. On the palate, it offers a harmonious balance of brightness and structure, culminating in a lingering, elegant finish. Ideal for pairing with gourmet dishes, the Guimaro Ribeira Sacra Finca Pombeiras 2020 embodies sophistication and craftsmanship for the discerning wine enthusiast. |
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Castilla y Leon | 2 | - | HK$5,330.00 | |||||
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Castilla y Leon | 2 | - | HK$4,350.00 | |||||
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Castilla y Leon | 3 | - | HK$4,065.00 | |||||
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 94 (WA) | HK$2,195.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (94)The 2019 Hacienda Monasterio is floral, aromatic and precise, showing good but contained ripeness, with 15% alcohol. It's a similar blend as in previous years—80% Tinto Fino, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Merlot and 2% Malbec. This is the first vintage they used their new 10,000-liter oak vat, so there are more lots fermented separately and then blended to create this cuvée that shows very good balance, juiciness, concentration, structure and power but with freshness and balance. Their idea is to gradually replace the Merlot with Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon, but that's going to be a slow process. They have 12 different soils classified on the property, and in 2019 they selected different soils for each wine, something that was not done in 2017; there will be more changes in this direction in the future. 182,666 bottles produced. It was bottled in June 2021. |
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | 95 (WA) | HK$3,285.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (95)Somehow I didn't taste the 2017 Hacienda Monasterio, but I did taste the 2017 Reserva, which is quite impressive for such a challenging year in Ribera del Duero. They suffered less from the frost on the property, which is quite warm and usually frost-free. The wine has a seductive nose that combines raspberries and cranberries with herbs and flowers. It's ripe at 15% alcohol, but it does not show heat or alcohol. This is 80% to 82% Tinto Fino and the rest Cabernet Sauvignon that matured in barrel for some 20 months. It's medium to full-bodied, juicy, rich and velvety, with fine, chalky tannins. The wine really transcends the challenges of the vintage and delivers more than I expected. 35,000 bottles produced. |
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Castilla y Leon | 3 | 94 (VN) | HK$10,585.00 | |||||
Vinous (94)(78% tempranillo and 22% cabernet sauvignon; aged for 20 months in small French oak barrels): Deep ruby. Intense aromas of blackcurrant, cherry compote and licorice, with a suggestion of sexy oak spices. Supple and broad but lively, with ripe, sweet dark berry flavors lifted by juicy acidity. Smooth, sweet and seamless on the finish, which hangs on with outstanding tenacity and youthful tannic grip. |
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Castilla y Leon | 3 | - | HK$5,330.00 | |||||
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Castilla y Leon | 1 | - | HK$5,500.00 | |||||
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The top shelf expression of Hacienda Monasterio, the Reserva Especial is not produced every year and could be the equivalent of a Gran Reserva. It is typically a Temperanillo-dominated blend complemented with Cabernet Sauvignon. Quantities may vary but for the 2015 vintage, only 4,000 bottles were produced. Although sitting in bottle for years now, the estate doesn’t allow anyone to taste the wine until it's actually released, which is usually a few months later in the calendar year than its younger siblings.
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Rioja | 30 | - | HK$1,320.00 | |||||
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The Izadi Rioja Reserva 2018 epitomises the finest expression of Rioja's esteemed winemaking tradition. Produced in the heart of Spain's renowned Rioja region, this reserva is crafted from selected Tempranillo and Garnacha grapes, meticulously grown in the region's diverse terroir. Under the expert guidance of the Izadi family, who have upheld their legacy of excellence for generations, the wine undergoes careful fermentation before being aged for 24 months in French oak barrels, followed by an extended maturation period in the bottle. This meticulous process imparts a complex character, showcasing deep notes of ripe blackberry, plum, and subtle vanilla, intertwined with elegant spice and cedar undertones. The Izadi Rioja Reserva 2018 offers a balanced palate with refined tannins and a lingering finish, making it a quintessential choice for connoisseurs seeking sophistication and depth. Perfectly pairing with rich meats and aged cheeses, this Reserva exemplifies Izadi's dedication to quality and the distinguished profile of Rioja wines. |
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Rioja | 30 | - | HK$1,355.00 | |||||
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The Izadi Rioja Reserva 2020 exemplifies the pinnacle of Rioja winemaking, meticulously crafted in the heart of La Rioja, Spain. Handpicked Tempranillo grapes from the esteemed vineyards of Bodegas Izadi undergo a careful fermentation process in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. The wine is then aged for eighteen months in French oak barrels, imparting nuanced flavours and a refined structure. Renowned for their dedication to traditional techniques blended with modern innovation, Bodegas Izadi ensures each bottle of their Reserva achieves exceptional balance and complexity. The Izadi Rioja Reserva 2020 displays a deep ruby hue, with aromas of ripe red fruits, subtle spice, and elegant oak. On the palate, it offers a harmonious blend of tannins and acidity, culminating in a long, sophisticated finish. Perfectly suited for pairing with rich cuisine, this Reserva stands as a testament to Izadi's expertise and passion for fine wine. ``` |
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Castilla y Leon | 7 | 98+ (JD) | HK$4,650.00 | |||||
Jeb Dunnuck (98+)From the same vineyard as the Vatan release, the 2014 Vatan Arena is the first vintage of the cuvée and was brought up all in new French oak. This deep, inky-colored effort gives up awesome notes of crème de cassis, smoked earth, violets, and vanilla bean. Full-bodied, concentrated, yet opulent and layered, with fabulous purity of fruit and building tannin, this monumental beauty has no hard edges, fine, fine tannin, and a blockbuster finish. It's straight up gorgeous on all accounts yet needs 7-8 years of bottle age and will keep for 3-4 decades. |
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Castilla y Leon | 18 | 94 (JS) | HK$1,445.00 | |||||
James Suckling (94)Fresh blueberries, flowers, white pepper, grapefruit and a hint of wet stone. Stemmy undertone. Soft-spoken and elegant on the palate with a medium body and firm, fine-grained tannins. Fluid, long and expressive. Drink now or hold. |
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Castilla y Leon | 319 | 94 (JS) | HK$1,445.00 | |||||
James Suckling (94)Fresh blueberries, flowers, white pepper, grapefruit and a hint of wet stone. Stemmy undertone. Soft-spoken and elegant on the palate with a medium body and firm, fine-grained tannins. Fluid, long and expressive. Drink now or hold. |
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Rioja | 59 | 98 (TA) | HK$8,580.00 | |||||
Tim Atkin MW (98)The superlative 2010 release is the first 890 Gran Reserva since 2005, and it was definitely worth the wait. Partnering Tempranillo with 3% Graciano and 2% Mazuelo, it has a wonderful combination of structure, sweetness and focus. Aromatic spices, red berry fruit and top notes of tobacco and fresh leather are underpinned by age-worthy tannins and refreshing acidity. One to keep. |
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Rioja | 3 | 96 (WA) | HK$10,415.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (96)The 2004 Gran Reserva 904 is Tempranillo from Brinas, Labastida and Villalba balanced with 10% Graciano from Briones and Rodezno. The grapes were fermented and macerated in inox vats for 14 days at 28º C, and malolactic fermentation lasted 28 days. The wine aged for 4 years in used American oak barrels averaging 4 years old, during which time it was manually racked 8 times. 150,000 bottles were filled. This 2004, from a superb vintage shows a beautiful light red color with a brick rim and a superb nose redolent of balsamic woods, spices, leather, well-hung meat, incense and truffles. The light to medium-bodied palate shows fully resolved tannins, great acidity and pure, pungent flavors that linger in the mouth forever and that can only be Rioja. This is a wine to smell over and over again. It might sound like an exaggeration, but this wine is still too young and you should wait a little bit and drink the superb 2001 vintage which should still be available on the market while this one matures in bottle. At this quality level the price is superb especially considering that the wine is being released 10 years after the vintage. Drink 2016-2024. |
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