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Produced from a single vineyard which is home to vines that are over 60 years old, it marries tradition with innovation to startling effect. It’s planted with a mixture of Tempranillo grapes alongside the white varieties of Viura, Malvasía Riojana and Calagraño in what’s now known as a ‘field blend’. Innovation continues in the winery where the wine is barrel fermented in small oak casks with a blend of wild yeasts, those present on the grapes’ skins, and cultivated yeasts. It is then aged for 18 months not in the more common 225 litre casks, but 500 barrels which reduces the oakiness and allows the wine’s glorious freshness and nuance to be preserved. The result is an intriguing mix of power and complexity, depth and freshness. 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The finish is long, smooth, and elegant, capped by well-defined tannins and lingering notes of spice and leather.\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/noblegreenwines.co.uk\/products\/cvne-imperial-gran-reserva-rioja-fc25d7cb-8323-47fb-a82e-2ba49a9ea942\" data-state=\"closed\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Rioja Ageing Classification?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRioja wines are classified by their ageing process, which imparts distinct styles and complexity. The main types are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJoven\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrianza\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReserva\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGran Reserva\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Joven wines are made for early drinking with little or no oak ageing. Crianza must age for a minimum of two years, with at least one year in oak barrels. Reserva wines are matured for at least three years, including a minimum of one year in oak. Gran Reserva represents the pinnacle, aged for at least five years with two years in oak and three in bottle before release. Each type delivers unique flavour profiles, from fruit-forward freshness in Joven to the complex, savoury and evolved notes found in Gran Reserva.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Producer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eCVNE (Compañía Vinícola del Norte de España) is one of Rioja’s most distinguished and historic producers, founded in 1879 in Haro. What sets CVNE apart is their “bodega within a bodega” for the Imperial range, using artisanal methods, French and American oak, and rigorous selection to craft only the best vintages into Imperial Gran Reserva. Their Imperial bottling has earned a reputation worldwide for age-worthiness, finesse, and being awarded some of Spain’s highest accolades - including being named Wine Spectator’s best wine in the world in 2013.\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hedonism.co.uk\/product\/cvne-imperial-gran-reserva-2015\" data-state=\"closed\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatch Mansfield","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57392017670531,"sku":"HAT10816","price":64.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/9843\/1058\/files\/CVNECuneImperialGranReservaRioja2015.png?v=1771258835"},{"product_id":"casa-la-rad-solarce-rioja-tinto-1-5l-magnum-2021","title":"Casa La Rad Solarce Rioja Tinto 1.5L Magnum 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e90 Points - James Suckling.\u003c\/strong\u003e Old-vine Tempranillo from Rioja Oriental, shaped by altitude, poor soils and the wider biodiversity of the Casa La Rad estate. 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A sustainable, low intervention approach in the vineyard underpins the purity and freshness in the wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright cherry and plum fruit sit at the centre, lifted by subtle floral notes and a hint of wild herbs. The palate is smooth and supple, with fine tannins and a gentle, cooling acidity that keeps everything in line. A touch of spice and earthiness adds depth, leading to a clean, easy finish with quiet persistence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Press Ratings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e90 Points - James Suckling (2021 Vintage)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Slightly chewy, showing some dried sweet spices to the red plums, hazelnuts, chocolate and berries. Juicy and firm with tight, structured tannins, medium body and a medium-length finish. Not resolved yet. 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In the glass it shows a ruby hue with garnet highlights, offering lifted notes of violets and cherries on the nose. The palate is silky and refined, with flavours of red cherry, redcurrant and citrus peel wrapped in cinnamon, balsamic, toasted oak and a gentle savoury warmth. Naturally fresh acidity from the northern Rioja Alta vineyards and fine, soft tannins give structure, length and excellent ageing potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Scores and Accolades\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBodegas Tarón Reserva has attracted strong critical attention, with recent vintages earning around 90–92 points from leading critics such as James Suckling. The wine has also picked up major medals at international competitions, including Grand Gold and Gold awards at Mundus Vini for earlier vintages, underlining its status as one of the standout value Reservas from Rioja Alta.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Producer\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBodegas Tarón is a quality‑driven cooperative in the far north of Rioja Alta, uniting four villages – Cuzcurrita de Río Tirón, Sajazarra, Villaseca and Tirgo – that share the same cool climate and rugged landscape. Between them they farm around 700 hectares of vineyards, many planted over 50 years ago, with their oldest plots (100 years plus) reserved for the flagship Cepas Centenarias. 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After fermentation, the lots spend around a year in tank, then 18–24 months in American oak (vinified separately, then blended) followed by further time in tank and at least 6 years in bottle before release, giving remarkable complexity and polish. In the glass, expect deep colour and aromas of black cherry, liquorice and sweet spice, with nuances of nutmeg, cinnamon, coconut, tobacco and leather as it opens. The palate is firm but elegant, with silky tannins and vibrant acidity framing layers of dark fruit, spice and a subtle mineral edge on the long, savoury finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Scores and Accolades\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e96 Points - Decanter (2015 Viintage)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Robust elegance and alluring complexity define this wine that, 10 years on, retains remarkable definition, assertiveness and freshness. Fleshy prune, poached plum and ripe cherries rest under a layer of tobacco and melting dark chocolate. The tannins, drenched in blood orange juice, have a refreshing grip giving energy and focus throughout. Salty liquorice, dried thyme, dried oregano and wet soil hint at the merging development but there's still so much life in this bottle.\" \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Producer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBodegas Tarón is based in the far north of Rioja Alta, close to the Obarenes Mountains, where a cooler climate and higher elevations help retain freshness in the wines. The bodega brings together the vineyards of four historic villages – Cuzcurrita de Río Tirón, Sajazarra, Villaseca and Tirgo – with around 700 hectares of vines spread across more than 1,000 small plots, many of them old bush vines. 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