Region: Spain (Rioja)

Grape: Tempranillo

Taste: "Wild herbs and tangy white-pepper notes on top of the fresh-toned red and black cherries, plums and hints of citrus zest, sweet red berries and minerals. Polished, dusty tannins spread evenly across the medium-bodied palate, with juicy, vivid plums and berries. Nothing showy here, but it’s beautifully balanced and understated, showing real fruit vibrancy and harmony. Drinkable now, but will hold well, too."

Pairings: Beef stew, Roast chicken with rosemary

Ratings: 95 (Joseph Suckling); 94 (Robert Palmer)