Bodegas Palacios Remondo, La Montesa Crianza, Rioja Oriental, Spain 2019

Alvaro Palacios has put Oriental on the map. What is remarkable is the consistency and quality of the quantity of wines he makes – in La Montesa's case, over 600,000 bottles. It's the epitome of Garnacha of the region, plump and generous, with layers of red fruit, subtle spicing and lively freshness. A very long, complete finish, with a savoury sign-off to balance. Organic.

Alvaro Palacios has put Oriental on the map. Today what is remarkable is the consistency and quality of the quantity of wines he makes - in La Montesa's case over 600,000 bottles. It's the epitome of Garnacha of the region, plump and generous, with layers of red fruit, subtle spicing and lively freshness. A very long, complete finish, with a savoury sign off to balance.