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Northern Spain
Primarily known for the fine red wines of Rioja and Ribera del Duero, these two attention-hogging stars are merely a part of the abundant riches that Northern Spain has to offer. Tempranillo is the grape that forms the backbone of both, but this region has a wealth of indigenous grapes and has successfully imported international varieties. Galicia, Navarra, Aragón and Catalonia stretch from the west to the east of the region, from the Atlantic to the Mediterranean via the foothills of the Pyrenees, and the wines they produce are as varied as their climate, topography and local cuisines.
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- Rioja
Elegant on the nose with aromas of plum and vanilla. Well-structured and very pleasant to drink. Read More -
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- Spain
- Rioja
Made from the best, 20-year-old Tempranillo grapes of the acclaimed Urbina estate, this stunning Rioja expresses intense aromas and flavours of dark b... Read More -
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- Spain
- Rioja
This is a bold, full-bodied Rioja with a pronounced nose of punchy red fruit, vanilla and spice. More of the same on the palate, leading into a long a... Read More -
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- Rioja
An excellent Gran Reserva Rioja which seduces you with expressive aromas of black fruit, leather and cedar that carry onto a wonderfully rounded palat... Read More -
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- Spain
- Ribera Del Duero
A stunning Reserva from Ribera del Duero expressing mouthwatering aromas of tobacco, leather and plums. The palate is packed with mature, yet soft tan... Read More -
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- Spain
- Catalunya
- Priorat
A stunning, full-bodied and creamy white from Priorat. Aromas of white fruit, roasted cedar and hints of dried fruit evolve into a round palate filled... Read More -
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- Spain
- Rioja
Brilliant, pale straw yellow in colour with greenish hues. Fruity, varietal bouquet with a fresh mouthfeel and good balance. Read More -
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- Spain
- Rioja
A pronounced nose of intense redcurrant fruit is joined on the palate by summer berries and soft spice. Half bottle size. Read More -
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- Spain
- Rioja
Elegant red wine with hints of liquorice and dark fruit both on the nose and the palate. Well-structured and easy to drink thanks to a low level of ta... Read More -
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- Spain
- Rioja
A pronounced nose of intense redcurrant fruit is joined on the palate by summer berries and soft spice. Read More -
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- Spain
- Rioja
As Rioja goes, this is a very light and approachable style. It has a ripe cherry fruit character which combines well with savoury and spicy notes to c... Read More -
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- Spain
- Rioja
Aromas of blackberries and raspberries are supported by hints of hazelnuts and spices. Deep flavour paired with a medium to full-bodied structure evol... Read More -
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- Spain
- Rioja
A velvety and well-structured red Rioja with aromas of ripe fruit (blackcurrants and cherry), toasted cinnamon, caramelised toffee and butter. Read More -
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- Spain
- Rioja
A traditional-style Rioja with aromas of black and red fruit paired with juicy plum and strawberry flavours. Silky smooth, yet complex red wine. Read More -
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- Spain
- Rioja
Intense black cherry in colour with an attractive, powerful berry-fruit nose and hints of vanilla and spice. Velvety soft with great depth of ripe red... Read More -
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- Spain
- Rioja
This incredible wine is aged 15 months in new American oak barrels, bottled and then aged another 16 months. This gives it a dark cherry/plum colour a... Read More -
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- Spain
- Rioja
This incredible wine is aged 15 months in new American oak barrels, bottled and then aged another 16 months. This gives it a dark cherry/plum colour a... Read More -
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- Spain
Savoury on the nose with a distinct vanilla oak bouquet. The palate is elegant and attractive with concentrated, ripe fruit and excellent length. The ... Read More -
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- Spain
- Rioja
Great aromatic intensity and elegance, where the mature fruit dominates with hints of quince jam, figs, almond liquor, and pure cocoa assembled with b... Read More -
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- Spain
- Rioja
Great aromatic intensity and elegance, where the mature fruit dominates with hints of quince jam, figs, almond liquor, and pure cocoa assembled with b... Read More -
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- Spain
- Catalunya
- Priorat
Another stunning red from Joan Sangenis. Packed with opulent damson fruits with hints of liquorice, chocolate and mountain herbs that are harmonised b... Read More -
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- Spain
- Priorat
Ink ruby in colour with attractive aromas of blackberry, raspberry and dark chocolate as well as hints of cinnamon, nutmeg and aromatic herbs. Very pr... Read More -
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- Spain
- Catalunya
- Priorat
A truley elegant wine from Priorat. Aromas of ripe fruit, leather and hints of spice. Balanced and great depth of flavour with a soft, long delicate... Read More
Styles of Wine
Rioja and Ribera del Duero produce some of the world's finest red wines and are strictly regulated. The terms joven, crianza, reserva and gran reserva refer to how long the wine has been aged before release - in oak barrels and the bottle - and each has a markedly different style. Cava is produced in various pockets throughout Spain but the bulk comes out of Catalonia in the north. The Cava wineries are very modern but use the same traditional techniques as Champagne. Navarra is well known for its rosés and Galicia is the home of excellent whites that go perfectly with the seafood of the district.
Key Varieties
International vines such as Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc and even Gewürztraminer have all been successfully grown in Northern Spain, but it is the traditional grape varieties that hold the greatest interest. Tempranillo is the star, but Garnacha, Cariñena (known as Grenache and Carignan in France) and Graciano are other marvellous reds and Albariño, Godello and Viura are whites that are capable of greatness.
Climate and Topography
The region is wide and diverse, hence the variety of wines. Weather coming in off the Atlantic is the influence on Galicia, whilst the warmer Mediterranean holds sway over Catalonia. In-between these two districts there's more variety still, especially in height and temperature, and conditions will vary vastly from one year to another. The wines of Ribera del Duero, for example, will be predominantly Tempranillo in drier years but Cabernet Sauvignon when it is wet. Other than to say that they allow for excellent wines, it is impossible to generalize about the climate and conditions of Northern Spain.
