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Wines of the week: Three warming Spanish reds
Terry Kirby shares his selection of Spanish reds perfect for drinking in early autumn
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Your support makes all the difference.Despite the recent warm weather, encroaching autumn means more full bodied reds may for the table….so, here are three Spanish reds to warm ours souls, reminding us of southern Mediterranean sunshine amid September mists. And not a Rioja in sight
From Priorat...
Lot 06 Priorat 2014
A simply fabulous bargain from Aldi because wines from Priorat in north-west Spain command high prices: they are sourced from low yield, ancient Garnacha vines grown in small plots at high altitudes. Big, almost untamed, earthy, plum fruit flavours here, which need to be matched with the first casseroles of the season.
£9.99 Aldi.co.uk
From Ribero Del Duero...
Dominio Basconcillos Roble 2013
The central region now rivalling Rioja for quality and variety, its wines often meatier, fuller and yet fruitier. This organically produced wine gets its freshness from Tempranillo grapes grown at high altitude and delivers rich flavours of cooked fruits – think Autumn Pudding - with hints of bitter chocolate and vanilla. Put aside for Christmas or drink with early season game.
£13.50 vintageroots.co.uk
From Yecla…
Tapa Roja Old Vines Monastrell 2013
The Yecla area of Murcia in south-eastern Spain produces concentrated, very dark wines from sun baked grapes, which can be an acquired taste. Carefully made under the supervision of an M&S winemaker, this retains those essential qualities, but leaves the Monastrell grapes unoaked to bring a slightly leavening, fresher quality to the mix, making it much more food friendly: try with tapas and pasta dishes with meat sauces,
£9.00 marksandspencer.com
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