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Viña Gala Rioja Tinto
2002 £4.99

Slightly smoky on the nose, it shows raspberry and spice characters with a barrely balance with the fruit on the finish. Exceptional value at this price, the wine hails from Bodegas Muriel in Elciego.  Excellent with Roast lamb or a Morrican lamb Tagine.

Gran Familia Rioja Tinto
NV £5.49

A bouquet of stewed fruit blended with fine woody aromas and delicate spices, this Rioja is medium bodied with warm, ripe red fruit flavours and silky tannins. Elegant and well balanced, it is the perfect accompaniment to roast lamb or spicy Moroccan couscous.

Faustino VII Rioja Tinto
2006 £6.59

A classic Rioja style both on the nose and on the palate, soft and smooth, with gently balancing oak components. It’s ideally served with a roast lamb, but for something more unusual, try with a traditional Spanish red pepper omelette.

Puerta Colorado Rioja Tinto
2005 £6.99

A vivid, violet colour with primary aromas of red fruits and hints of liquorice, it shows forward fruit on the palate, and it is well structured with smooth tannins and a good length. It is ideal with red meat dishes especially steak and game, but also delicious with rich tomato-based pasta dishes.

Muriel Rioja Reserva
2003 £8.99

Ruby in colour with brick red highlights, this is a traditional and elegant Rioja combining supple flavours with complexity. It’s a good match for roast lamb.