Marks & Spencer, Classics No21, Lomas del Marquès, Rioja Reserva, Spain 2014

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Tasted by: Tina Gellie
(at Waterside House, London W2, 16 Sep 2020)
Drinking Window: 2020 - 2023
The best buy from M&S's recent showcase, this is part of the new 34-strong Classics range which retails at £7 to £12. Whereas other similarly priced supermarket Riojas are all dry oak and cloying vanilla with no fresh fruit, this unforced, elegant Reserva shows great balance between juicy berries, creamy caramel oak, dusty tannins and vibrant acidity. You can even get it in a magnum for £17 – cracking value!
Marks & Spencer, Classics No21, Lomas del Marquès, Rioja Reserva, Spain 2014
Producer
Marks & Spencer
Brand
Classics No21, Lomas del Marquès Rioja Reserva
Vintage
2014
Wine Type
Still
Colour
Red
Country
Spain
Region
Rioja
Sweetness
Dry
Closure
Cork
Alcohol
14.00%
Body
Medium
Grapes
10% Graciano
90% Tempranillo / Tinto Fino