2017 Spain

The nose of this Mourvèdre (known locally as Monastrell) is open, displaying vibrant bramble fruit and a subtle hint of spice, wild herb and hedgerow. On the palate, the wine is generous and rounded, yet supple and impressively fresh. There is a real finesse to this wine, particularly for its price-point. It is the perfect partner for summer barbecues (or grilled meats in less clement weather). Ready to drink now. 
Lucy Bland, Buying Assistant (spring 2019)

This is a fantastic, pretty rosé from Cillar de Silos made from Tinto Fino (also known as Tempranillo) from vines aged between 15 and 75 years old. It is particularly elegant and fine in 2018, with lovely strawberry fruit and a creamy texture complemented by a hint of dried fennel. This would go very well with seafood or salads. Ready to drink now.
Lucy Bland, Buying Assistant (spring 2019)

Bodega Mustiguillo is certified organic and has worked hard to pioneer the revival of indigenous grape varieties, championing the red variety Bobal, as well as the equally unknown white indigenous variety, Merseguera – from which this wine is made. The nose is expressive yet restrained, with notes of pink grapefruit, white nectarine and a subtle hint of wild herb. The wine is aged on its lees in barrel, which gives it a slightly round, creamy mouth-feel, balanced by the fresh acidity. This would be great alongside seafood or summer salad dishes. Ready to drink now.
Lucy Bland, Buying Assistant (July 2019)

Fermented in foudre (large oak), this is Rafa’s “entry-level” Godello but there is nothing simple about it; yields were incredibly low in the 2017 vintage due to frost and drought, so the fruit is even more concentrated and complex than normal. The nose is full of peach, crunchy pear and soft minerality, while the palate is taut and saline. There’s a citrus and mineral intensity, with real palate weight which creates a textured mouth-feel. This is a fascinatingly different wine from the previous vintage but nonetheless maintains that same streak of pure salinity that defines Rafa’s wines and which underlines why he is often referred to as the best white winemaker in Spain.
Catriona Felstead MW, Wine Buyer