Perhaps the truest measure of a wine’s quality and delicious flavor are the accolades it receives. Our Spanish wines have earned several impressive reviews:
Newsday
SPANISH SOUL
By Peter M. Gianotti
The barrel-aged 2004 Mogar Roble ($18) from Ribera del Duero is 100 percent tempranillo grape –- balanced, full bodied, ready for steaks and chops, maybe a hearty stew. The 2006 Finca Vieja ($9), also all tempranillo, is a dry red right for your wallet and palate, offering fine fruit and a match for red meat.
Wine Spectator
Bodegas Leza Garcia Rioja Reserva 2001 – 87 Points
"Editor's Pick of the Day" – Dried cherry, licorice, spice and tobacco flavors mingle in this maturing red. It’s plump, with moderate tannins and a spicy finish.
Finca Vieja Tempranillo 2006 – 85 Points
“Best Value” – Fruity and chewy, this red shows bright cherry and herbaceous flavors, with hints of cocoa and moderate tannins.
Bodegas Leza Garcia Rioja White Barrel Fermented 2006 – 87 points
This structured white is a deep gold color, with the firm, almost dry texture and flavors of hazelnut, coffee and baked apple that reflect the traditional style. It has a distinctive character.
Bodegas Leza Garcia Rioja Valdepalacios Vendimia Seleccionada 2006 – 85 Points
Plum, cherry and berry flavors are ripe yet fresh in this round red. Herb and licorice notes accent the fruit, and the light tannins and bright acidity keep it balanced.
Bodegas Pagos De Mogar Ribera del Duero 2004 – 90 Points
Kirsch and sweet plum flavors are expressive in this fresh red, framed by cocoa and coffee notes and backed by light, firm tannins. Balanced, nervy and vivid.
Pago Casa del Blanco Quixote Vino de la Tierra de Castilla – 89 Points
An opaque ruby blend of 53% merlot, 27% Tempranillo, and 20% petit verdot with a lovely, extracted nose of sweet vanilla oak. The palate is soft and warm and juicy ripe dark fruit, vanilla, and a note of bitter chocolate. The pleasant, traditionally crafted wine finishes long with prominent oak notes.
Wine Enthusiast
Mogar 2004 Roble (Ribera del Duero) – 88 Points
Dark, oily and sultry on the nose, with earth and hints of soapy, sweet berries. The palate hits with freshness and good cherry, cassis, raspberry and cola flavors. Mouthfeel is a little gritty and lively, but overall the wine shows balance, true flavors and a nice vibe.
Bodegas Pagos De Mogar Ribera del Duero 2004 – Featured Brand of the Month – November 2008
Kirsch and sweet plum flavors are expressive in this fresh red, framed by cocoa and coffee notes and backed by light, firm tannins. Balanced, nervy and vivid.
International Wine Review
Pagos de Mogar 2004 Roble – 90 Points
The 2004 Pagos de Mogar Roble is medium-dark ruby in color and reveals aromas of smoked meat, spice and red and black fruits. On the palate, it displays a ripe round lush mouth feel with excellent concentration, round tannins and a long-lasting finish. A lovely wine.
Bodegas San Isidro 2007 Carril de Cotos, Vino de la Tierra de Castilla – 87 Points
Carril de Cotos is made of 100% Airen, a widely grown grape native to Spain. Light in color, it offers flavors of banana and pineapple with a soft pleasant mount feel, a slightly steely mid–palate, and good acidity on the finish.
Pago Casa del Blanco, Quijote, 2005 Vino de la Tierra de Castilla – 89 Points
An opaque ruby blend of 53% merlot, 27% Tempranillo, and 20% petit verdot with a lovely, extracted nose of sweet vanilla oak. The palate is soft and warm with juicy ripe dark fruit, vanilla, and a note of bitter chocolate. This pleasant, traditionally crafted wine finishes long with prominent oak notes.
Bodegas y Viñedos Vega Tolsa 2006 Finca Los Halcones, Manchuela – 87 Points
This rustic, dark ruby Cabernet Sauvignon was fermented in barrel. It has a very ripe, extracted nose of blackberry and a touch of cedar and, on the palate, a chewy texture with flavors of cedar and herbs and slightly bitter tannins on the finish.
Bodegas Leza Garcia 2005 Familia Seleccionada Rioja – 87 Points
International Wine Review – Points A blend of 90% Tempranillo and 10% Garnacha. Dark ruby. Spicy nose of plum and cherry. Medium weight. Toasty oak, plum and cherry flavors. Dry tannins.
Bodegas Leza Garcia 2006 LG Rioja – 88 Points
The LG is this estate's top of the line wine. Dark ruby in color, it offer a fresh, fruity nose of plum and cherry followed by a soft attack of medium weight cherry fruit and dry tannins on the finish.
Bodegas Leza Garcia 2001 Baron de Villacampa Reserva Rioja – 88 Points
The 2001 Baron de Villacampa Reserva displays a dark ruby color with attractive aromas of ripe plum and oak. Aged for 12 months in French and American oak, it is classical in style, it offers a soft attack with nicely concentrated fruit flavors, good balance and round tannins on the finish. Enjoy with braised meats, mushrooms, and root vegetables. Moderate tannins.
