The Rioja Discovery Twelve Bottle Collection

Collection of 12
7 red, 4 white, 1 rosé
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A twelve-bottle journey through modern Rioja, bringing together rare white varieties, rosé and a broad spectrum of red-wine styles from Rioja Alta and Rioja Oriental. From fresh, aromatic expressions to Gran Reserva and Viñedo Singular wines, the collection showcases the diversity and ambition found across the region today.

1 × Rioja Blanco DOCa 2024

Appearance

Pale lemon-yellow with bright green glints and brilliant clarity.

Nose

Peach skin, pineapple and yellow plum are lifted by orange blossom, fresh herbs and a light bakery note.

Palate

Fresh and softly textured, with white peach, citrus and restrained tropical fruit. Clean acidity carries a gently herbal finish.

Food pairing

Pair with grilled sea bass, prawn and avocado salad, asparagus tart or lemon-roast chicken.

1 × Rioja DOCa Tempranillo Blanco 2019

Appearance

Pale gold to straw in colour with clear brightness.

Nose

Yellow plum, pear and grapefruit are joined by white flowers, bay leaf and a faint stony, dough-like note.

Palate

Bright and gently rounded, with pear, citrus and mineral tones leading to grapefruit zest, white pepper and herbs.

Food pairing

Serve with grilled sea bass and salsa verde, prawn and pea risotto, roast chicken with lemon or asparagus and ricotta tart.

1 × Rioja DOCa Maturana Blanco 2019

Appearance

Bright straw-gold with a subtle green glint.

Nose

Green apple, lemon and white blossom are layered with fennel, chamomile, biscuit and fine oak.

Palate

Textural yet taut, with apple, citrus and herbal notes framed by bright acidity. A saline, almond-tinged finish adds length.

Food pairing

Pair with grilled hake and parsley butter, crab on toast, chicken with leeks or a courgette and goat’s cheese tart.

1 × "Las Planas" DOCa Rioja Blanco Viura Gran Reserva 2016

Appearance

Clear pale gold with the depth expected of a mature white Rioja.

Nose

Green apple and preserved lemon are joined by almond, dried chamomile, beeswax and a faint smoky mineral note.

Palate

Layered and savoury, with citrus peel, orchard fruit and bitter herbs carried by vivid acidity and nutty depth.

Food pairing

Serve with smoked haddock fishcakes, roast chicken and bread sauce, grilled turbot or buttered leeks with hazelnuts.

1 × Rioja Oriental Rosado DOCa 2023

Appearance

Delicate pale pink with bright clarity.

Nose

Strawberry, watermelon and pomegranate are joined by orange blossom and citrus peel.

Palate

Soft at first, then crisp and dry, with red berry and melon fruit supported by lively acidity and a clean floral finish.

Food pairing

Serve with smoked salmon sandwiches, tomato and burrata salad, grilled prawns or lightly spiced couscous.

1 × "VA!" Rioja Tempranillo DOCa 2023

Appearance

Vibrant purple-red with youthful intensity.

Nose

Raspberry, blackberry and red cherry are joined by liquorice, violet and a faint creamy note.

Palate

Juicy and rounded, with red and black fruit, fresh acidity and pliant tannins. The finish is direct, savoury and fruit-led.

Food pairing

Pair with chorizo and butter-bean stew, lamb koftas, charred mackerel or harissa-roasted cauliflower.

1 × Rioja DOCa 2019

Appearance

Ruby red with purple and garnet tones.

Nose

Blueberry, raspberry and blackberry are layered with anise, vanilla and lightly toasted oak.

Palate

Balanced and approachable, with ripe berry fruit, fresh acidity and gentle tannic grip. Subtle oak spice adds depth.

Food pairing

Pair with roast pork belly, beef meatballs in tomato sauce, chicken with chorizo or lentil shepherd’s pie.

1 × Rioja Crianza DOCa 2020

Appearance

Cherry red with ruby and garnet tones.

Nose

Red cherry, raspberry and plum are complemented by vanilla, clove and cedar.

Palate

Medium-bodied and juicy, with smooth tannins, bright acidity and a savoury thread of herbs and oak spice.

Food pairing

Serve with herb-roast lamb, chorizo and butter-bean stew, steak and mushroom pie or mature Cheddar.

1 × Rioja Oriental Reserva DOCa 2019

Appearance

Deep ruby with developing garnet tones.

Nose

Black plum, fig and red-fruit compote are layered with vanilla, balsamic herbs, coffee and a mineral note.

Palate

Full and polished, with ripe fruit, supple tannins and savoury freshness. Cocoa and toast linger through the finish.

Food pairing

Pair with roast grouse, beef shin with root vegetables, lamb hotpot or mushrooms with blue cheese.

1 × Rioja DOCa Garnacha 2019

Appearance

Ruby to garnet with bright clarity.

Nose

Wild strawberry, red cherry and raspberry are joined by rose, thyme, sweet pepper, clove and cedar.

Palate

Supple and expansive, with ripe red berries, stony freshness and fine tannins, finishing on herbs and spice.

Food pairing

Serve with lamb rump, pork with quince, roasted peppers and Manchego or pigeon with lentils.

1 × "Canterabuey" Viñedo Singular DOCa Rioja 2017

Appearance

Intense garnet with mature depth.

Nose

Blackberry and blackcurrant are layered with rosemary, liquorice, clove and toast.

Palate

Powerful and expansive, with ripe black fruit, warm spice and rounded tannins, finishing on herbs and mineral notes.

Food pairing

Pair with roast lamb shoulder, wood-fired pork and peppers, venison sausages or smoky chickpea and aubergine stew.

1 × Rioja Solo Mazuelo DOCa 2015

Appearance

Medium-deep purple-red with a developing garnet rim.

Nose

Black cherry and bramble are joined by violet, thyme, pepper, cedar, stone and balsamic notes.

Palate

Energetic and firm, with tart dark fruit, vivid acidity and fine tannins. Herbs, mineral notes and spice carry the finish.

Food pairing

Serve with lamb neck and rosemary, venison sausages with lentils, ox-cheek stew or mature Manchego.

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