Feb 01, 2021

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Viñas Elias Mora 2017 (Bodega Elias Mora)
" Vivid ruby-red. Expressive dark fruit and floral aromas are sharpened by a spicy cracked pepper note, and woodsmoke and vanilla nuances emerge slowly. Juicy and smooth on the palate,…"
91 points

Viñas Elias Mora 2015 (Bodega Elias Mora)
" Inky ruby. Deep-pitched cherry liqueur, cassis and licorice aromas are complemented by suggestions of violet and cola. Densely packed black and blue fruit flavors unfold slowly and pick up a spicy nuance that adds lift and back-end cut…”
91 points

Elias Mora Crianza 2016 (Bodega Elias Mora)
" Brilliant ruby-red. Expressive, mineral-accented aromas of ripe red fruits, candied flowers and baking spices. Sweet and animated in the mouth, offering juicy raspberry and cherry liqueur flavors…"
92 points

Descarte 2015 (Bodega Elias Mora)
" Saturated violet. A highly perfumed bouquet displays scents of fresh red and blue fruits, incense and rose oil, and a spicy nuance adds lift. Stains the palate with black raspberry, blueberry and floral pastille flavors,..."
93points

Gran Elias Mora 2014 (Bodega Elias Mora)
“Opaque ruby. Assertively perfumed aromas of cherry preserves, blackberry, incense and potpourri; oak spice and mineral topnotes build in the glass.…”
94 points

Sinfonia 2017 (Bodegas Abanico)
" Bright ruby-red. Smoke-accented red berries, dried cherry and a hint of licorice on the nose. Shows good focus and energy to the red fruit flavors …”
89 points

Arrocal 2018 (Bodegas Arrocal)
"[ Saturated ruby. Expressive, mineral-accented aromas of ripe dark berries, candied rose and vanilla are sharpened by a peppery flourish. Gently sweet and focused in the mouth.…”
91 points

Arrocal 2015 (Bodegas Arrocal)
"Inky purple. Oak-spiced aromas of ripe black and blue fruits, incense and violet, plus a smoky nuance in the background.”
90 points

Arrocal Passion 2017 (Bodegas Arrocal)
" Shimmering ruby. Vibrant, smoke-tinged cherry, black raspberry and floral pastille aromas are complemented by suggestions of candied licorice and vanilla. Sweet and expansive on the palate.…”
92 points

Arrocal Seleccion 2016 (Bodegas Arrocal)
"Vivid ruby. Deep-pitched blueberry and cherry compote aromas pick up suggestions of woodsmoke and candied violet with air.”
93 points

Arrocal Maximo 2015 (Bodegas Arrocal)
"Vivid ruby-red. An explosively perfumed bouquet evokes fresh red and blue fruits, cherry liqueur, candied flowers and spicecake, and incense and vanilla notes build in the glass.”
94 points

Arrocal Angel 2015 (Bodegas Arrocal)
"Inky violet. Mineral- and smoke-accented red and dark berries and vanilla on the deeply perfumed nose, along with a hint of cracked pepper that adds complexity and spicy lift.”
93 points

Aptus 7 months 2018 (Bodegas Peñalba Herraiz)
"Full ruby-red. Primary cherry and dark berry qualities on the perfumed nose, which opens up to show hints of violet and vanilla.”
90 points

Carravid 2014 (Bodegas Peñalba Herraiz)
"Lurid violet. An exotically perfumed bouquet evokes ripe blue fruits, vanilla, licorice and oak spices.”
93 points

Roque Colas 2013 (Colas Viticultores)
"Brilliant ruby. Powerfully scented red and dark berry aromas are complemented by suggestions of spicecake, incense and smoky minerals. Stains the palate with black raspberry.…”
92 points

Roque Colas 2014 (Colas Viticultores)
"Brilliant violet. Spice-accented blackberry, cherry and allspice aromas are complicated by floral and cracked pepper nuances. Appealingly sweet and expansive in the mouth, offering juicy,.…”
93 points

Garmon 2016 (Garmon Continental)
"Bright, youthful purple. A highly perfumed bouquet evokes an array of red and blue fruit, floral and exotic spice qualities, and vanilla and roasted coffee notes emerge as the wine opens up.”
93 points

Isaac Fernandez 2014 (Isaac Fernandez Seleccion)
"Opaque garnet. A highly perfumed bouquet evokes ripe red and dark berries, incense, candied flowers and vanilla, and hints of exotic spices and smoky minerals emerge with air.”
93 points

Isaac Fernandez 2015 (Isaac Fernandez Seleccion)
" Saturated ruby. Black and blue fruit preserve, vanilla, potpourri and exotic spice qualities on the powerfully scented nose, joined by a hint of smokiness that builds in the glass.”
94 points

Finca La Mata 2017 (Isaac Fernandez Seleccion)
" Brilliant ruby-red. Spice-tinged black raspberry and cherry on the nose, along with a subtle vanilla nuance and a hint of smokiness.”
91 points

Rios de Tinta 2018 (Isaac Fernandez Seleccion)
" Vivid ruby. Aromas of blackberry, blueberry, violet and cola pick up a spicy overtone with air.”
90 points

Acentor Garnacha 2018 (Isaac Fernandez Seleccion)
"Brilliant ruby-red. Ripe red fruits and a subtle floral note on the nose and in the mouth.”
90 points

Legado del Moncayo Vendimia Seleccionada “Montaña”2017 (Isaac Fernandez Seleccion)
"Youthful violet. Ripe red and blue fruit scents are complemented by suggestions of candied lavender, cola and five-spice powder.”
91 points

Legado del Moncayo Garnacha 2018 (Isaac Fernandez Seleccion)
"Lurid ruby. Ripe dark berries, candied flowers and succulent herbs on the perfumed nose. Smooth and fleshy in style, offering juicy black raspberry, …”
90 points

Legado del Moncayo Garnacha Blanca 2018
"Pale yellow-gold. White peach, pear and Meyer lemon on the fragrant nose; with a fine dusting of minerality adds lift and urgency.”
90 points

Legado del Moncayo Dry Muscat 2017
"Pale, green-hued yellow. Peach, melon and pear nectar aromas and flavors, along with subtle honey and floral notes.”
88 points

Egeo Verdejo 2017 (Isaac Fernandez Seleccion)
"Limpid yellow. Bright and energetic on the nose, displaying spice-tinged Meyer lemon and pear qualities and a hint of succulent herbs.”
89 points

Egeo Verdejo 2018 (Isaac Fernandez Seleccion)
"Light, vivid gold. Pungent citrus pith and herb aromas are complemented by a hint of white flowers.”
90 points

EA! 2015 (Manuel Manzaneque Suarez)
"Inky ruby. Aromas of ripe cherry and dark berries are energized by suggestions of smoky minerals and white pepper.”
90 points

EA! 2016 (Manuel Manzaneque Suarez)
"Opaque ruby. Expressive dark fruit and floral scents and flavors; a hint of pepperiness adds spicy lift.”
89 points

Fatum Tempranillo/Bobal 2017
"Brilliant ruby. Ripe raspberry and cherry aromas are complemented by building spice and floral accents.”
90 points

Fatum Airen/Macabeo/Sauvignon Blanc 2017
" Vivid straw-gold. Fresh melon and pear aromas are brightened by spicy white pepper and ginger accents.”
89 points

Pago de la Jaraba 2014 (Pago de la Jaraba)
"Deep garnet. High-toned cherry and red currant aromas pick up hints of cured tobacco, licorice and potpourri with air.”
92 points

Viña Jaraba Reserva 2014 (Pago de la Jaraba)
"Dark red. Red berry and floral aromas are complemented by discreet vanilla and woodsmoke flourishes.”
90 points

Viña Jaraba Seleccion Especial 2015 (Pago de la Jaraba)
"Bright ruby-red. Spice-laced raspberry, cherry and potpourri scents are complemented by hints of vanilla and coconut.”
91 points

Viña Jaraba Crianza 2015 (Pago de la Jaraba)
"Light red. Spice-accented red currant and cherry on the nose; a floral quality emerges as the wine opens up.”
90 points

Viña Jaraba Cosecha 2016 (Pago de la Jaraba)
"Bright, amber-hued red. Dried cherry and red currant aromas are complemented by building floral and tobacco nuances.”
89 points

Viña Jaraba Cosecha 2017 (Pago de la Jaraba)
"Vivid red. Vibrant, spice-accented red fruit and floral aromas show fine definition and a hint of smoky minerality.”
90 points

Pago de la Jaraba Sauvignon Blanc 2018 (Pago de la Jaraba)
"Brilliant straw. Pungent pear, citrus pith and melon scents are accompanied by subtle floral and herb notes.”
90 points

Evolet 2015 (Pago El Almendro)
"Deep ruby. Ripe cherry, blueberry and a hint of vanilla on the perfumed nose. Smooth and open-knit, offering sweet dark fruit flavors …”
90 points

Cartago Paraje del Pozo 2015
" Opaque ruby. Ripe dark berries, cherry cola, vanilla and pungent flowers on the deeply perfumed nose. Smooth, broad and sweet on the palate,…”
95 points

San Roman 2015 (San Roman Bodega y Vinedos)
" Deep, shimmering violet. Expressive, spice-accented aromas of blackberry, cherry liqueur, vanilla and licorice, plus a smoky mineral nuance in the background. Sweet and penetrating on the palate,…”
94 points

San Roman 2016 (San Roman Bodega y Vinedos)
"Brilliant violet. Expansive, oak-spiced black raspberry and blueberry aromas pick up cola, woodsmoke and vanilla accents with air. Supple, weighty and seamless on the palate,…”
94 points

Prima 2016 (San Román Bodegas y Vinedos)
" Saturated ruby. Vibrant cherry, red currant and exotic spice scents show very good clarity and take on a brisk mineral nuance with air.”
92 points

Prima 2017 (San Román Bodegas y Vinedos)
"Dark ruby. Mineral-accented blackberry, cherry compote and baking spices on the deeply perfumed nose.”
91 points

Malvasia 2018 (San Román Bodegas y Vinedos)
" Light, bright yellow. Highly perfumed, mineral-accented aromas of white peach, pear, tangerine and smoky lees, plus a bright floral overtone.”
93 points