93 $77 Bodegas Marques de Murrieta: Rioja Ygay Dalmau Reserva 1996 Proof that Rioja can rival Cabernet Sauvignon or Sangiovese in focus and complexity.
90 $25 Alvaro Palacios: Priorat Les Terrasses 1999 This vintner turned Priorat into a significant wine region. Its Garnacha-based red is polished and elegant.
88 $10 Bodega Nekeas: Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo Navarra Vega Sindoa 1999 This intense, yet accessible, value red proves an excellent match for roasted meats.
87 $7 Marques de Riscal: Rueda 2000 Spain’s not known for its whites, but they’re always getting better. This one’s smooth and subtle, with creamy pear flavors.
85 $14 Torres: Catalunya Gran Sangre de Toro 1999 Torres revolutionized winemaking in Catalonia. This exuberant, spicy red blends Garnacha, Carinena and Syrah grapes.
title: “Uncorked Spanish Wines” ShowToc: true date: “2022-12-17” author: “George Shipps”
93 Bodegas Marques de Murrieta: Rioja Ygay Dalmau Reserva 1996 Proof that Rioja can rival Cabernet Sauvignon or Sangiovese in focus and complexity.
90 Alvaro Palacios: Priorat Les Terrasses 1999 This vintner turned Priorat into a significant wine region. Its Garnacha-based red is polished and elegant.
88 Bodega Nekeas: Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo Navarra Vega Sindoa 1999 This intense, yet accessible, value red proves an excellent match for roasted meats.
87 Marques de Riscal: Rueda 2000 Spain’s not known for its whites, but they’re always getting better. This one’s smooth and subtle, with creamy pear flavors.
85 Torres: Catalunya Gran Sangre de Toro 1999 Torres revolutionized winemaking in Catalonia. This exuberant, spicy red blends Garnacha, Carinena and Syrah grapes.
