Category: Spain

2011 Faustino VII

The 2011 Faustino VII Rioja scored 16+ Dionysian points out of 20. It has 13% alcohol and cost under $18 back then. It opened for an hour in…

NV Nodus Cava Nature

Nodus Cava Nature is light, absolutely dry with no dosage added and cost around $15. It scores 16 Dionysian points on the 20-point scale. Its 12% alcohol, refreshing…

2010 Marques de Caceres White

Scoring 15 points on the Dionysian 20-point scale, this Spanish white is an ideal warm weather wine  and a great starter wine for bigger autumn meals. The 2010…

Vallformosa Brut Rosado NV

Simple Spanish almonds and fresh strawberries paired well  the non-vintage Vallformosa Brut Rosado CAVA as a pre-dinner reception drink. This sparkling wine was opened with a saber. (check photo with…

Noya 2013 XA Xarello

If you’re as sick of winter as I am, you’ll want to reflect on a summer alfresco meal, and maybe try an Albet I Noya 2013 XA Xarello that echoes…