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Rich and savoury with fine-grained tannins and a long finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f0f0f0; padding: 16px; border-radius: 8px; margin-bottom: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring:  \u003c\/strong\u003eDrink now to 2027\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f0f0f0; padding: 16px; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing: \u003c\/strong\u003ePaella, roasted lamb, and grilled meats |🌡️ Serve chilled between 16 and 18°C  \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY BEHIND THIS WINE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocated in Labastida (Rioja Alavesa) on the foothills of Sierra Cantabria, this is one of the most enchanting wine estates in Spain. Owned by the Rodríguez family since 1967, The Reserva is Remelluri’s flagship red exclusively made from grapes grown in the property since the 2010 vintage. 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Also great with mature cheeses.  | 🌡️ Serve \u003cspan\u003ebetween 7-9°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY BEHIND THE WINE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"13:1-13:527\"\u003eThis Manzanilla represents a piece of living history and sets the standard for wines from this region. Produced by the same company in the same winery since the 1790s.\u003cbr\u003eDespite its costly and lengthy vinification, fortification, and aging process, the result is a stunning wine. 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The Pedro Ximenez grapes add hints of raisins and licorice. On the palate, the Apostoles is soft, intense, and complex, with fine notes of caramel and precious woods reflecting its long barrel aging. The elegant hints of raisins are a nod to the Pedro Ximenez grapes. This sherry is impressive with its perfect balance of acidity and sweetness, along with a long, satisfying finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlend of best soleras of Palo Cortado (Palomino) and Pedro Ximenez. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVORS (Very Old Rare Sherry)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e: We recommend you taste it with patés, charcuterie or blue cheese.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY BEHIND THE WINE\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApostoles\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eis one of the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eVORS sherries\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efrom\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eGonzález Byass. 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There is a story that says Isabel II wanted to see the traditional pressing of the grapes by foot. However at the time of her visit, the harvest had long passed and founder Manuel María González had to improvise. He bought (rejected) grapes that farmers used to adorn their homes with. The resulting wine was stored in 13 botas, one for each apostle (except Judas, which is used for a butt of vinegar) and one big butt (that sounds strange in this context) dedicated to the Queen. 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The finish is a sweet-bitter blend, thanks to the mix of sweet Pedro Ximenez and the bitter tannins from the oak. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlend of Oloroso (Palomino) \u0026amp; Pedro Ximenez\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e:  This wine pairs perfectly with blue cheeses, meat or fruit pudding. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gonzalez Byass","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39645620568195,"sku":"113915","price":32.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0353\/6859\/9683\/files\/matusalem-sherry-olorosso-pedro-ximenez-whelehans-wines-dublin.jpg?v=1716385657"},{"product_id":"lustau-papirusa-manzanilla-half-w00235","title":"Lustau \"Papirusa\" Manzanilla Sherry - Half Bottle","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLustau’s standard Manzanilla: light and very dry\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA balanced nose with aromas which point to a slightly higher age (as the golden colour already indicates). 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A fresh seam of juicy acidity underpins the savoury, leesy palate with notes of spice. Elegant oxidative development and lovely balance here – this will continue to improve with time in bottle. 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Would also be a perfect match for \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003efish stew, lobster and paella.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSTORY BEHIND THIS WINE:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFermented in new, fine-grained, “Allier” oak casks and then left to age on the lees for 18,5 months in the same casks. 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Brown sugar and caramel. Prunes with a spicy background. Noble wood. Mocha. Again there’s a very light salty edge and a good acidity from the Oloroso. Very long finish with hints of Turkish coffee.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRobert Parker, 96 Pts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlend of 80% Oloroso and 20% Pedro Ximénez\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e130 grams of residual sugar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f0f0f0; padding: 16px; border-radius: 8px; margin-bottom: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring:  \u003c\/strong\u003eClosed\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e Indefinitely; Opened: 12 months\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f0f0f0; padding: 16px; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing:  \u003c\/strong\u003eDelicious with Lobster bisque, foie gras, dried fuits \u0026amp; nuts, blue cheeses, and also tiramisu  | 🌡️ Serve sightly chilled \u003cspan\u003ebetween 10-12°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY BEHIND THE WINE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"13:1-13:527\"\u003eEast India Solera\u003cspan\u003e is a sweetened Oloroso.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The name refers to the East India Company, a British trading company that transported cotton, silk, spices, tea, saltpetre and other commodities from the East Indies. As a fortified wine (which lasted longer), sherry was taken along as ballast and to serve the ship’s crew on its transatlantic journey.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is made from a selection of around 80% Oloroso and 20% Pedro Ximénez butts that have aged separately for about 12 years. These are then blended and matured further in a 45-cask solera for three more years, in a specific part of the bodega that is slightly hotter and more humid than the rest of the bodega. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.custom-html-container,\n.custom-html-container * {\n  background-color: transparent !important;\n  box-shadow: none !important;\n  margin-top: 0 !important; \/* Remove any inherited top margin *\/\n  \n}\n\n.custom-html-container {\n  margin-top: 0 !important; \/* Ensure container has no top space *\/\n  padding-top: 0 !important;\n}\n\n.custom-html-container .global-button {\n  background-color: #35174D !important;\n  color: #ffffff !important;\n  border: 2px solid #35174D !important;\n  display: inline-flex;\n  padding: 25px 40px;\n  font-family: Futura, sans-serif;\n  font-size: 14px;\n  font-weight: 400;\n  line-height: 110%;\n  text-decoration: none;\n  cursor: pointer;\n  transition: background-color 0.3s ease, color 0.3s ease;\n  margin-top: 0 !important; \/* Explicitly remove top margin *\/\n}\n  \n.custom-html-container .global-button:hover {\n  background-color: #ffffff !important;\n  color: #35174D !important;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom-html-container\" style=\"text-align: center; margin-top: 0; padding-top: 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sherry\" class=\"global-button\"\u003eBrowse our Sherry Collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Lustau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42897127866499,"sku":"116008","price":24.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0353\/6859\/9683\/files\/lustau-east-india-solera-sheery-whelehans-wines.jpg?v=1704891675"},{"product_id":"bodegas-virgen-de-galir-pagos-del-galir-godello-lias-valdeorras","title":"Bodegas Virgen de Galir Pagos del Galir Godello Lias Valdeorras, 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003eWinemaking: The grapes used for Pagos del Galir Godello come from their Premier Cru A Malosa vineyard in the village of Éntoma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRobert Parker: \"Vanilla on the nose, with a streak of lemon skin and juice. 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Long lasting and persistent finish. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e95 Pts Tim Atkin. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e92 Pts James Suckling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"last-child\"\u003e90 Pts. Decanter WWA\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeat, lamb, stews, game, duck, smoked fish, semi sweet desserts and chocolate. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePairs well with lunches and strong flavoured dinners. A wine to be enjoyed slowly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2023 - 2033 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY BEHIND THE WINE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrapes from a 70 year-old single vineyard. The grapes are selected and harvested by hand, then macerated and fermented at a controlled, cool temperature. Long subsequent maceration to extract tannins and colour. The wine is oak aged for 26 months in new Allier and Vosgos French oak barrels. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eBlend of Tempranillo 95%, Garnacha, Graciano 5%.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bodegas de la Marquesa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42955602624643,"sku":"112925","price":55.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0353\/6859\/9683\/files\/finca-monteviejo-2018-rioja-whelehans-wines-ireland.jpg?v=1708959530"},{"product_id":"valserrano-reserva-magnum-2016-rioja-tempranillo-red-wine","title":"Bodegas de la Marquesa Valserrano Reserva - Magnum, 2016","description":"\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElegant, top quality, Rioja from a strong vintage in a 1.5L bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFrom a vintage designated as very good, this is a fine example of Rioja at its captivating best. The blend of Tempranillo (90%) and Graciano is highly expressive with dried fruit, nutmeg and cherry aromas; full-bodied with mouth-filling juicy berry fruits and hints of toasted oak; lovely minty tones and a long, elegant finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDistinguished producer with a rich history\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eImpressive old-school Rioja\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTim Atkin (93 pts); \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGuide (90 pts)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring Potential\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDrinking now to 2032\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGrilled or roasted meat dishes  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSTORY BEHIND THIS WINE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe wines produced by the fifth generation of the de Simon family from their 65-hectare estate are classic old school traditional Rioja. The wines are all hand-harvested and handmade, just as they were when the winery first went into production in the late 19th century. The original underground cellars, carved out of rock at a depth of 10 metres, remain, though today wine is made, aged and bottled in new air-conditioned facilities. Care and attention to detail are paramount. Generous fruit and well-integrated oak, both American and French, give their wines an appealing and distinctive character. This dedication to high standards has generated a warm critical response to the estatres suite of wines, including favourable mention by Decanter magazine. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/whelehanswines.ie\/blogs\/wineries\/valserrano\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/whelehanswines.ie\/blogs\/wineries\/valserrano\"\u003eRead more.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/whelehanswines.ie\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=Marquesa\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/whelehanswines.ie\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=Marquesa\"\u003eVIEW MORE WINES FROM BODEGAS VALSERRANO\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bodegas de la Marquesa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42955605115011,"sku":"112926","price":55.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0353\/6859\/9683\/files\/valserrano-reserva-magnum-rioja-red-wine-spain-whelehans-wines.jpg?v=1704809099"},{"product_id":"cvne-real-de-asua-carromaza","title":"CVNE Real de Asua Carromaza, 2019","description":"\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":961,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"9\":0,\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"An iconic Rioja with few peers\"}'\u003eAn iconic Rioja with few peers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":961,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"9\":0,\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"This is a cherry-colored, dark wine. The aromatically intense on the nose with warming aromas of fruits of the forest and liquorice. \\r\\nAged in french oak barrels imparting flavours of clove, vanilla, toffee and a hint of smoke. \\r\\nLight tannins with a smooth, mouth-filling texture\\r\\n \"}'\u003eThis is a cherry-coloured, dark wine. The aromatically intense on the nose with warming aromas of fruits of the forest and liquorice. Aged in French oak barrels imparting flavours of clove, vanilla, toffee and a hint of smoke. Light tannins with a smooth, mouth-filling texture.\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e97 Pts James Suckling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e96 Pts Robert Parker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e96 Pts Wine Enthusiast\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAged for 12 months in oak barrels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring\u003c\/strong\u003e: Now to 2035\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Lamb shanks, paella, Moroccan tagine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSTORY BEHIND THIS WINE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":961,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"9\":0,\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Single vineyard estates, although gaining in number are not that common in Rioja and this reflects the progressive outlook by its producer C.V.N.E. 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Wine critics the world over queue up to taste each new release and the list of 95+pts scores is endless. \u003cbr\u003eThis is a jewel in the crown of C.V.N.E.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"CVNE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42994066817155,"sku":"112965","price":97.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0353\/6859\/9683\/files\/real-deasua-rioja-red-wine-spain-whelehans-wines.jpg?v=1704804438"},{"product_id":"finca-largata-organic-grenache-dublin","title":"Joan d' Anguera Finca Largata, 2020","description":"\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA juicy Spanish red delivering vibrant fruit aromas and a seductive savoury finish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade from 100% Garnacha Tinta, this wine is a pure reflection of the innovative style of winemakers Joan and Josep Anguera who have exercised skillful restraint in avoiding over-extraction . 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Full of expressive fruit aromas of dark cherry , cranberry and red currant layered with meaty notes and a hint of white pepper .A silky texture on the palate that leads into a long and pleasant savoury finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCertified Organic and Biodynamic \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProportion of whole bunches used in fermentation \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRobert Parker’s Wine Advocate’ praise: ‘ the winery is so impressive and exciting that I wanted to let know about them.’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAged for 15 months in old French oak barrels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRoast pork tenderloin, grilled lamb chops, cured meats.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring\u003c\/strong\u003e: Drinks very well now\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSTORY BEHIND THIS WINE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJoan d’Anguera founded this estate in 1820 in the wine-producing region of Montsant which surrounds Priorat in Catalonia in Spain’s northeast. 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Powerful, multi-layered aroma, with notes of chocolate, ripe black fruits, and vanilla. The palate is round, silky and very full-bodied. 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Softly pressed with pneumatic press and bottled without filtration or any aggressive clarifier to preserve its natural characteristics. 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Officially registered in 1946, the winery is now run by the family's fourth generation. They cultivate over 55 hectares of premium albariza-soil vineyards across three estates. Today, under the guidance of respected enologist Ramiro Ibañez Espinar, the bodega's wine quality continues to rise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1,0\"\u003eConsumers outside of Andalusia might not be familiar with this bodega. Historically, despite being located within the D.O. Jerez-Xérès-Sherry production area, it sat outside the classic \"sherry triangle\" ageing zone. Under the old rules, they could grow grapes and produce wines, but were required to sell their production to bodegas within the ageing zone for further ageing and export, or limit their sales strictly to the local market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1,1\"\u003eHowever, following the landmark changes to the D.O. Jerez-Xérès-Sherry regulations in 2022, the ageing zone was expanded to match the production zone. 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