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Elegant Garnacha from Elías López Montero, who is normally based in La Mancha but has recently launched an exciting range of wines as part of the CDVIN group of producers in Cordovín, the highest town where Garnacha can be cultivated in the Rioja Alta sub-region; grapes come from old vines grown at 700m. After fermentation in concrete vats, 30% of the wine was aged for eight months in 600-litre barrels and 70% in 1,200-litre clay tinajas (amphorae) from La Mancha. A great expression of the fresh Atlantic 2021 vintage. Beth Willard: Beautiful strawberry fruit, precise, super-elegant. A pure expression of the zone with an abundance of freshness and the prettiest of red berry fruit. Seductively moreish Valentin Radosav: Ripe fruit and sweet spice aromas. Consistent fruit expression of dark cherries and black plums. Refreshing acidity and a savoury, vibrant crunch on the finish. Diana Rollan: Violets and rose petals, raspberry and sandalwood. Balanced and textured with ripe tannins, vivid acidity and a savoury finish.

Grenache / Garnacha

Bodegas Verum, Ilusio Verum CDVIN, Rioja Alta, Spain, 2021

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Elegant Garnacha from Elías López Montero, who is normally based in La Mancha but has recently launched an exciting range of win

Bodegas Verum, Ilusio Verum CDVIN, Rioja Alta, Spain 2021

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