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A very interesting wine – Segura Viudas “Clos Juvència” 2010 from Penedes, Spain
I half expected I’d bought a dud considering the clear glass bottle and 16years of age but as the deeply amber wine’s aroma touched the edge of my nostrils, a joyful familiarity came over me: “Reminds me of Champagne!”
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The delectable biodynamic wines of Shukhrat Khakimov of Alicante, Spain
Immersed in the spirit of Spanish Mediterranean landscape, Shukhrat Khakimov is making a selection of vivacious and delectable wines, faithfully expressing time, place and variety.
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Artuke Finca de los Locos, 2021
Blend of Tempranillo, Graciano, Viura grapes - I asked for an unusual Rioja with a lighter touch. An interesting chat about Graciano ensued. It is being used more widely in Rioja adding perfume and a higher acid freshness. Evident in the primary floral note aromas. Interesting to have the familiar tannic structure restrained and balanced by acidity. Viura, the white grape widely planted in Rioja (Macabeo in France), also adds to the floral character. Viura also has decent aging potential so with these two grape varieties blended with more familiar Tempranillo, this is an unusual treat from Rioja. Bottle weight 582.5g - A decent effort for sustainability. UK price ~£30
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Hermanos Hernaiz 'El Jardin de la Emperatriz’ 2018 Rioja Alta
88% Tempranillo, 9% Garnacha, 2% Graciano, 1% Maturana Tinta 12 months in American (70%) and French (30%) oak barrels.