The Barreda family have been winemakers in Corral de Almaguer (110km south-east of Madrid) since the 18th Century
The Aglianico grapes are grown in the warmer area of Beneventano
concentrated fruit character (Mencia with several other indigenous varieties) in combination with fine structure but a real freshness and elegance
a world apart from the often quite bland mass-produced versions made by the big co-operatives
is due to be added to the three existing Muscadet villages awarded Cru status for the distinctive character and quality of their wines
Rioja Reserva, Torre de Ona 2012 Grape variety_Riesling The Barreda family have beenA very fine, mature Rioja Reserva from renowned La Rioja Alta's more recently acquired estate in Rioja Alavesa. This is predominantly hand harvested Tempranillo from four vineyards on clay limestone soils surrounding the winery, with just a touch of Mazuelo. Ageing is for 18 months (40% in new French oak), resulting in a sleek, concentrated wine with dark, supple fruit and notes of soft spice, licorice and pepper, and a touch of vanilla on the finish