Argamont, Reserva, 2016, Spain
This red eine from Argamont is a typical red that’s meant to be drunk and not thought too much about. It’s got decent aromas and flavours of cherry, plum, blackcurrant. It’s dry with good length and isn’t overwhelmed with tannins or it being to big and bold.
I’m not sure it it will any awards but it’s a very good wine and 6 years old it has plenty to offer.
Spain produces and also lots of wine and not all of it particularly good however this one from Vina Arnaiz is pretty good, I’ll go as far as say is excellent.
Dry, fresh and full of flavour. There’s a real freshness on the nose with delicate notes of citrus and stone fruit. There’s flavours of lemon and lime with a little bit of grapefruit. The acidity thats there, you know it’s there but so well integrated, it would be fantastic with seafood. Downside is that you can easily drink a bottle of this in one go.
Vina Arnaiz, Verdejo, 2019, Rueba, Spain
This is a seriously grown up Cava. Made with Pinot Noir grapes and aged on its lees for over 2 years you get elegant small bubbles with aromas of citrus and honeysuckle and hints of yeasty notes. The flavours are subtle and fruit driven with citrus and a creaminess that makes this a refreshing alternative to other Cava’s out there.
The only issue I have is the price, at £25 a bottle its worth it but I can see people just look at the “Cava” part and pass it by, shame for them but good news for those that are willing to try it.
Juve & Camps Blanc de Noirs 2012 Cava from Spain