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Port House Ibericos Wine Menu

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COCTELES

(COCKTAILS)

Caipiroska €10.00

SOUR or with STRAWBERRIES or RASPBERRIES. Perfect if you’re a vodka fan.

Classic Espressotini €10.00

Coffee or a cocktail? No need to choose!!!!...Espresso, Kahlua and Vodka in one glass.

Caipirinha €10.00

Cachaca, lime and sugar. Refreshing and strong!

Daiquiri €10.50

STRAWBERRIES or RASPBERRIES with dark rum, freshly squeezed lime juice and a hint of sugar. Rum you say...I’m in!!!

Cava Mojito €10.50

CAVA and DARK RUM, limes, mint and sugar. Marriage made in Port House!!!

Port Tonic €10.00 White port, tonic and lemon peel. Deliciously charming.

BUBBLES

Bellini contains (12) €9.50 Cava infused with peach puree Rossini contains (12) €9.50 Cava infused with strawberries puree Mimosa contains (12) €9.50 Cava infused with orange juice Kir Royale contains (12) €9.50 Cava infused with Crème de cassis



SPRITZERS

Glass

Large Pitcher

White wine spritzer contains (12) €5.25 €30.00

Elderflower cordial, lemon peel ,white wine and soda

Rose wine spritzer contains (12) €5.75 €32.00

Raspberries, sugar, lime, rose wine and soda

SANGRIA

Glass Medium Pitcher Large Pitcher Classic Sangria contains (12)

€5.50 €25.00

White Port Sangria contains (12)

€6.00 €28.00

Cava Sangria contains (12)

€25.00

NA Sangria contains (12)

€4.00



CERVEZA

(BEER) Draught

33cl Bottle

Cidra

REFRESCOS

(SOFT DRINKS )

Coca~Cola €3.00 Coca~Cola Zero €3.00 Sprite €3.00 Fanta Orange €3.00 Juice – Orange/Apple/Cranberry €2.00 Fever Tree Mediterranean €2.50 Fever Tree Regular €2.50 Fever Tree Light €2.50 Fever Tree Elderflower €2.50 Fever Tree Soda Water €2.50 Fever Tree Ginger Ale €2.50

Estrella Galicia contains (1) Lager Pint €6.00

Half Pint €3.50

Moritz Lager €5.50 Porterhouse Red Ale €5.50 Hop Head Ale €5.50 Oyster Stout Stout €5.50 Galicia Gluten Free Lager €5.75 Galicia 0.0 NA €4.50 Galicia 1906 Conosur Lager

Zapian Spanish cider €6.95



WHITE WINES BY THE GLASS

Torres Natureo (NA) contains (12) Moscatel de Alejandría €3.60 Rich and fresh floral aromas of green apples, peaches and citrus. Fresh and lively on the palate. Inurrieta Orchidea contains (12) Sauvignon Blanc €5.80 Staff favourite - Pears & green apples, notes of citrus fruits. A Sauvignon Blanc that shows daring.

. Pionero Mundi contains (12) Albarino €6.80 Intense aromas blend perfectly with fruity notes, with tones of citrus fruits standing out, as well as hints of lemon verbena

Rogo contains (12) Godello €8.60 Pale gold. Tightly focused lemon and quince aromas are complemented by deeper peach and honey qualities. Lively and sharply focused in the mouth, offering vibrant citrus and orchard fruit flavors and a spicy ginger flourish. Finishes taut, energetic and long, featuring lingering suggestions of bitter citrus rind and pear skin. Viore contains (12) Verdejo/viura €6.00 Pale-yellow with green hues. Intense nose with aromas of fruit, white, blossoms and fennel. Well-balanced, round, tasty and fresh in the mouth, with a pleasant, bitter finish. Torres Vina Esmeralda contains (12) Moscatel, Gewurztraminer €6.20 A voluptuous nose, with delicious aromas of exotic fruits, a hint of spice. Silky on the palate. En La Parra contains (12) Chardonnay, Moscatel €6.60 Bright and appealing.Pleasantly aromatic, crisp with tropical fruit flavours.On the palate the wine is fruity, full of character, with an elegant long finish Casaz Novas contains (12) Avesso, Loureiro, Arinto €6.40 Avesso, beautifully floral and aromatic, together with the fresh, fruity Loureiro & steely Arinto. Together they make a less austere, more commercially attractive style of wine, yet one that maintains good structure and poise. Jean Leon 3055 contains (12) Chardonnay €8.00 Clean and light yellow in color. Powerful, aromatic notes of tropical fruit with subtle soft hints of toasted oak that add complexity. Fresh on the palate due to its notable acidity, long and elegant in the mouth with a balanced lively finish.



ROSE BY THE GLASS

Castillo del Baron contains (12)

Monastrell €5.80

Is an explosion of fresh, ripe red and black fruit, with a warm Mediterranean spicy/earthy twist. On the palate, the wine is soft and fruity, and very well-framed by crisp natural acidity. The finish is clean, harmonious, and more-ish.

CAVA BY THE GLASS

Segura Viudas Reserva contains (12)

Macabeo, Parellada, Xarel-lo €9.80

Straw yellow colour; toasty, yeasty nose with nutty/cooked apple notes; dry, rich, medium-full bodied, with flavours of nuts and biscuits; long and creamy finish on palate.

Petillan Frizzante Macabeo, Parellada, Xarel-lo €6.00 contains (12) Lush citrus and white fruits on the palate with zippy freshness.



RED WINES BY THE GLASS

Inurrieta Norte Roble Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon €6.00

A lively satisfying wine, cherry flavoured with hints of vanillas and chocolate. Ample in the mouth. With 6 months in French oak it oozes opulent black fruits, is elegant and intense.

Vendigorna contains (12) Tempranillo, mazuelo, garnacha €5.80

Very easy drinking with a fresh and fruity character

Ibericos crianza contains (12) Ull de Llebre (Tempranillo) €7.00 On the nose, it reveals notes of forest fruits balanced with dark toasted notes from the wood. On the palate it has smooth tannins and fine fruity sensations

Mentoste Crianza contains (12) Tempranillo, Mazuelo, Garnacha €7.40 Traditional Rioja with a velvety smooth strawberry cream finish Inurrieta Cuatrocientos Crianza contains (12)

Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Garnacha €7.00

Lively, well-balanced and expressive in the mouth; fresh and meaty with a mild sweetness from its ripe tannins. Long finish leaving a velvety sensation that invites one to continue drinking. Viore Roble contains (12) Tinta de Toro (Tempranillo) €5.80 Five months in New American oak, intense cherry purple colour with violet hues,the nose is full of ripe fruit showing black cherry and plum with some spicy oasty vanilla hints. The palate shows a warm spicy feel.

Monteabellon 5 meses contains (12) Tempranillo €8.60 Cherry color very intense, bright. The nose has very intense aromas with marked fruity sensations of blackberries and blueberries perfectly integrated with a quality wood that wraps everything. The palate is structured and has a correct fruity expression with ripe tannins.

Salvaje del Moncayo contains (12) Garnacha €7.80 Very pleasant red wine with lots of fruit. It shows a good, slightly warm attack and a soft and silky mid palate, with a more balanced notes of fruit and wood. Some milky aromas are also noticed along with hints of violets and mineral notes that turn the set into a mellow wine. Good acidity and polished tannins. Good but not very long finish.

Torres Mas Borrás contains (12) Pinot Noir €12.20 Intense floral aroma over a background of cocoa and small red berries. The wine is extremely smooth on the palate with sweet tannins that enhance the floral varietal notes as well as those of truffles and spices.

Salmos contains (12) Syrah, Carinena, Garnacha €13.60 Fragrant and mineral on the nose while luxurious and oily on the palate. Smooth, spicy and toasted background.

Quinta do Vallado Quadrifolia contains (12)

Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz €6.40

Youthful& fresh with dark cherry & crunchy red berry fruit character, mineral notes with good acidity on the finish.

https://www.decantalo.com/en/wines_c45/red_c11



PICK YOUR GRAPE AND

WE’ WILL TELL YOU WHERE TO FIND THEM

Albarino DO RIAX BAIXAS Anato Vax DOC ALENTEJO Aragones DOC ALENTEJOL//DOC LISBOA Arinto DOC VINHO VERDE//DOC ALENTEJO//DOC BEIRA

ATLANTICO//DOC LISBOA//DOC DOURO Avesso DOC VINHO VERDE Barroca DOC DOURO Bobal DO VALENCIA Cabernet Sauvignon DO NAVARRA//DO TIERRA DE LEON//DO PENEDES//

DO TARRAGONA//DO UTIEL-REQUENA//DOC ALENTEJO

Carinena DO PRIORATO//DO MONTSANT//DO PENEDES Castelao DOC ALENTEJO//DOC LISBOA Chardonnay DO RIOJA//DO PENEDES//DO VALENCIA Fernao Pires DOC LISBOA Garnacha DO NAVARRA//DO RIOJA//DO LA MANCHA//DO

PENEDES// VT RIBERA DEL QUEILES//DO CATALAYUD

DO PRIORATO//DO TARRAGONA//DO MONTSANT Gewurtzraminer DO PENEDES Godello DO VALDEORAS Graciano DO RIOJA Loureiro DOC VINHO VERDE Mazuelo DO RIOJA Merlot DO NAVARRA//DO PENEDES Moreto DOC ALENTEJO Moscatel DO PENEDES//DO VALENCIA Parraleda DO PENEDES Perrum DOC ALENTEJO Pinot Noir DO PENEDES Rabigato DOC DOURO Riesling DO PENEDES Roupeiro DOC ALENTEJO Sauvignon Blanc DO RUEDA Syrah DO TIERRA DE LEON//DO PRIORATO//DO MONTSANT Tempranillo DO RIOJA//DO RIBEIRA DEL DUERO//DO TORO//

DO LA MANCHA//DO PENEDES//DO UTIEL-REQUENA Tinta Roriz DOC DOURO Touriga Franca DOC DOURO Touriga National DOC DOURO Trincadeira DOC ALENTEJO Verdejo DO RUEDA//DO LA MANCHA Verdelho DOC DOURO Viognier DO RIOJA Viosinho DOC DOURO Viura DO RIOJA//DO RUEDA White Garnacha DO PENEDES//DO MONTSANT



SPARKLING WINES

CAVA

Cava can come from a few limited, official areas in Spain, not just one area. The most productive area for Cava, and the most renown, is in NorthEast Spain, near Barcelona, or in the area of Penedès. There is also Cava in Rioja, Utiel-Requena, Ribera del Guadiana, and Cariñena.

NA WINE

WHITE

Petillan Frizzante Macabeo, Parellada, Xarel-lo €29 contains (12) Lush citrus and white fruits on the palate with zippy freshness. Segura Viudas Brut Reserva contains (12)

Macabeo, Parellada, Xarel-lo €48

Straw yellow colour; toasty, yeasty nose with nutty/cooked apple notes; dry, rich, medium-full bodied, with flavours of nuts and biscuits; long and creamy finish on palate. Segura Viudas Lavit Brut Rosado contains (12)

Garnacha, Monastrell €48

A sparkling wine from Cava DO of Segura Viudas cellar made with monastrell and garnacha grapes. Segura Viudas Heredad Brut Reserva contains (12)

Macaebeo, Parellada, Xarel-lo €70

A selection of macabeo and parellada grown at estate vineyards in the Alt Penedes, Reserva Heredad is a complex and heady Cava that delivers on its richness without sweetness. Its potent depth of flavor has a smoky minerality and fresh apple-skin notes.

Torres Natureo White contains (12) Moscatel de Alejandría €17 Rich and fresh floral aromas of green apples, peaches and citrus. Fresh and lively on the palate.



WINES FROM SPAIN



DO NAVARRA

The D.O. Navarra wine region is located in the north of Spain, between the Pyrenees and the Ebro River Valley, with its main city of Pamplona. A key characteristic of the (Designation of Origin) D.O. Navarra area is the extraordinary diversity of its climate and landscape which spread across more than 100 kilometres - the regions proximity of the Bay of Biscay in the north and the temperate influence of the Ebro river plain to the south.

Soils within the D.O. Navarra are mainly calcareous and limestone, deep and relatively gritty, with variable texture and fertility, of medium to light consistency, soft and very healthy. A phenomenon which gives rise to the wealth and wide array of wines under D.O. Navarra; from robust, deep reds to fresh, elegant whites, while not forgetting the rosés which have always been the region ’s hallmark wines.

White Wine

Inurrieta Orchidea Sauvignon Blanc €28

Staff favourite - Pears & green apples, notes of citrus fruits. A Sauvignon Blanc that shows daring.

Red Wine

Inurrieta Norte Roble Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon €29 A lively satisfying wine, cherry flavoured with hints of vanillas and chocolate. Ample in the mouth. With 6 months in French oak it oozes opulent black fruits, is elegant and intense. Inurrieta Cuatrocientos Crianza

Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Garnacha €34

Lively, well-balanced and expressive in the mouth; fresh and meaty with a mild sweetness from its ripe tannins. Long finish leaving a velvety sensation that invites one to continue drinking. Altos de Inurrieta Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot €45 Aromas of ripe red berries underscored by mineral, tobacco and leather notes. Elegant and meaty in the mouth, with ripe, enveloping tannins. Fine and pleasant silky finish



DO RIAS BAIXAS

Denomination of Origin (DO) Rías Baixas is renowned for the Albariño grape, an indigenous variety that produces some of the world ’s foremost white wines. Located in the Galicia region of northwestern Spain, the DO was formally established in 1988. Albariño has always been the flagship of this coastal region. In Rías Baixas ’ unique climate, Albariño shares the same mineral-rich soils and cool climate as the world’s other renowned white wine-producing regions, including France’s Loire Valley, New Zealand, and the Rhine region of Germany.

White Wine

Pionero Mundi Albarino €33 Intense aromas blend perfectly with fruity notes, with tones of citrus fruits standing out, as well as hints of lemon verbena Pazo de Bruxas Albarino €42 Brilliant yellow with a greenish edge. Intensely aromatic with white floral, citrus and white peach notes. Accessible, sweet and hedonistic upon entry. Notable for its clean acidity, which carries through on the midpalate. Long and persistent on the finish.



DO BIERZO

El Bierzo lives in your memory. The mountains, colours, rivers, villages and the people make El Bierzo one of those places that remain in your memory. There is no doubt about that.El Bierzo is a region situated in the west of the province of León, in the Autonomous region of Castilla y León, bordering with Galicia.

El Bierzo is a region where everybody makes their own homemade wines, it is tradition. This is one of the reasons why it is so normal to find small plots of lands where over 70% of the vines are old plants.

This is basically because the wine was made for family consumption and there was no need for a large quantities, due to this the grapevines were not pulled up to increase production.

El Bierzo is located in the Sil valley, surrounded by mountains, and it has a mild microclimate nothing to do with the cold Meseta and the humid Atlantic climate;it is an ideal area for cultivating grapes, specially the local varieties Mencía and Godello.

Until recently, it was unknown to the international wine market yet, thanks to the investment and innovation that swept Spain in the 1990s, it now counts as one of the country’s rising stars, on a par with the likes of Rueda and Jumilla.

Red Wine

Pittacum Mencía €45 Intense cherry-red colour with a striking purplish rim, very clean and brilliant. It is marked by a complex bouquet, with a wide range of aromas including red fruits (blackberry, raspberry), liquorice and mineral tones, pleasant woody hints, spices – pepper and oregano – and an agreeable backdrop redolent of smoked cocoa. Warm in the mouth, with a significant concentration of fruit, pleasant balsamic resonances, dense and fleshy with sweet tannins. It is a tasty wine to be savoured with a persistent finish.



DO TIERRA DE LEON

Tierra de Leon was accorded DO status in 2007. Wine growing here dates to Roman times, although it was interrupted by an infestation of phylloxera in the late 1800s.

The region's climate is strongly continental, with the northern ranges sheltering it from the maritime influences of the Atlantic Ocean. Long winters prevail and frosts and fog are not uncommon. Like the majority of its fellow Castilla y Leon designations, Tierra de Leon sits at altitude, approximately 2625ft (800m) above sea level, which only adds to the diurnal temperature variation. Soils here are mostly alluvial, with stony deposits sitting on limestone.

An average of 2700 hours of sunshine a year favors the growth of red-wine grapes, especially Prieto Pricudo, an indigenous variety which produces bright and fruity wines with good body and acidity, suitable for drinking both young and after aging. Mencía is another important grape and accompanies Prieto Pricudo in blends as well as rosés.

Red Wine

Quinta Sardinia 2 78% Tinto fino, 11% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Petit Verdor, 4% Syrah,

3% Malbec.

€55

Cherry red colour with a violet trim. Notes of fresh red fruit, blackberries and cherries appear with light balsamic notes, spices (cinnamon, pepper) and nuts.The palate is tasty, aromatic, ripe, smooth and balanced. Aromas of red fruits are integrated with woody aromas. Long finish.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/technical-wine-terms-o-p.lml#phylloxera

https://www.wine-searcher.com/grape-803-prieto-picudo

https://www.wine-searcher.com/grape-894-mencia



DO VALDEORRAS

Today, the Valdeorras region is steadily earning a reputation as one of the most exciting places to search for quality white wine in Spain. It is located inland, approximately 90 miles from the coast on the banks of the River Sil in south-eastern Galicia. The name translates into “Valley of Gold” and according to historians; this corner of the Ourense province may well have been where the first grapes were planted in Galicia by the Romans. However, wine production here remained a largely anonymous activity, until recently. This damp, green corner of Spain was traditionally very poor and virtually ignored by the rest of the country through-out the centuries. This, and the region’s physical isolation, meant that it was not until the late 90s that the stupendous wines of Valdeorras found any market outside of Galicia and Spain – the area was awarded a D.O in 1977.

In the 1970s local growers began experimenting with the almost forgotten native Godello variety, on which the region’s fame is now largely based. Although red wines are also produced here – from the remaining plantings of Alicante Bouschet and Grenache – modern production of white wines from Godello generate the real interest in the outside world. The volumes released, however, are miniscule and most growers make only a few hundred cases of wine a year from a few hectares of vines. There are currently about 1,400 hectares under vine, tended to by 43 different producers.

The resulting wine is stunning. Expect a complex, age-worthy white unlike nothing else in north-eastern Spain. Indeed, unlike the equally popular Albariño, which should generally be consumed soon after release, Godello’s Chardonnay like structure means that it responds well to barrel aging and short-term cellaring. At its best, the grape offers powerful spicy and green fruit aromas, soft tropical fruit and a keen acidity. So in other words, an ideal wine to pair with the abundance of shellfish, fresh water and Atlantic fish that forms the standard Galician die

White Wine

Rogo Godello €42 Pale gold. Tightly focused lemon and quince aromas are complemented by deeper peach and honey qualities. Lively and sharply focused in the mouth, offering vibrant citrus and orchard fruit flavors and a spicy ginger flourish. Finishes taut, energetic and long, featuring lingering suggestions of bitter citrus rind and pear skin.



DO RIOJA

Rioja – the home of bright, berry-scented, barrel-aged red wines made from Tempranillo and Garnacha – is arguably Spain's top wine region. Located in northern Spain, Rioja's vineyards trace the course of the Ebro River for roughly 60 miles (100km) between the towns of Haro and Alfaro.

Rioja was the very first Spanish region to be awarded DO status, back in 1933, and in 1991 became the first to be upgraded to the top-level DOCa (see Spanish Wine Labels). The region's winemaking history stretches back to Roman times and has continued almost unbroken ever since.

Pronounced oak aromas and flavors are a quintessential component in the Rioja wine style (both red and white).

The amount of time that a Rioja wine spends in barrel dictates which of the official Rioja ageing categories goes on the label: Joven, Crianza, Reserva or Gran Reserva.

White Wine

Conde de Valdemar Viura €35.00 'Barrel Fermented' Intense fruity aromas, apple and peach to white flowers. Well assembled with the spicy notes provided during its ageing in French oak barrels. Fresh in the mouth, creamy with slight acid touches.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/grape-483-tempranillo

https://www.wine-searcher.com/grape-202-grenache-garnacha

https://www.wine-searcher.com/wine-label-spain.lml



Red Wine

Vendigorna Tempranillo, mazuelo, garnacha €28 Very easy drinking with a fresh and fruity character

Ibericos Crianza Ull de Llebre (Tempranillo) €34 On the nose, it reveals notes of forest fruits balanced with dark toasted notes from the wood. On the palate it has smooth tannins and fine fruity sensations

Palacio del Camino Real Crianza

Tempranillo €34

Elegant fruity aroma with notes of vanilla, spices, red fruit in compote and a touch of oak. balanced wine with a long aftertaste

Mentoste Crianza Tempranillo, mazuelo, garnacha €36 Traditional Rioja with a velvety smooth strawberry cream finish La Vedimia Garnacha, Tempranillo €38 Palacio Remondo La Vendimia displays notes of ripe red and yellow cherries both in the nose and on the palate. Juicy orchard fruit are blended seamlessly with silky undertones of soft minerality, culminating in a long, refreshing finish.

Palacio del Camino Real Reserva

Garnacha, Tempranillo & Viura €43

Ruby red in colour. On the nose the wine shows dark plummy fruit with undertones of spicy oak and a little floral note of violets. The palate is medium-bodied with a real fruit driven flavour. Plum, red and black fruit and soft vanilla notes shine. The finish is long with a soft tannic structure.

El Pacto Tempranillo €44 High intensity coloured wine featuring violet and red tones. Very intense of forest fruits, licorice, woodland undergrowth, spices and chocolate making it a surprising treat. Full-bodied, fine wine, while fresh at the same time, with great balance. The aftertaste presents fruity and barrel notes.

Marques de Riscal Reserva Tempranillo Graciano, Mazuelo €45 This has wonderful vanilla & oaky aromas. Ripe, rich fruit flavors mellow full bodied yet elegant with great length La Montesa Garnacha,Tempranillo, Mazuelo €50 Palacios Remondo La Montesa Rioja Crianza is a ruby red in colour. The wine has enticing aromas of cherries, long stem strawberries, pomegranate juice and red grapefruit rind. On the palate is silky with notes of Bing cherries, ripe nectarines and hints of Mediterranean aromatic herbs.

Marques de Riscal Gran Reserva

Tempranillo Graciano, Mazuelo €80

This has wonderful vanilla & oaky aromas. Ripe, rich fruit flavors mellow full bodied yet elegant with great length.

Baron de Chirel Tempranillo €130 Riscal's finest wine. Very attractive, restrained aromas of dark fruits and spices. Full bodied and smooth with soft tannins on the palate leading to toasty notes on the finish.



DO RIBERA DEL DUERO

Located in Castilla y Leon, halfway between Bilbao and Madrid, Ribera del Duero is a vast and arid fine wine region punctuated with Crusader castles and mile after mile of vineyards. The primary grape here is Tinto Fino (AKA Tempranillo) and it is used to make a range of mid level all the way up to ultra-premium wines.

White Wine

El Cuentista Tempranillo €55 It is the first blanc de noirs made in Ribera del Duero. El Cuentista is a different wine, a transgressor with personality and a touch of madness that makes it stand out from the rest. This wine surprises you, starting from the label to the finish. It leaves nobody indifferent. It does not let you down. Ripe notes of white and stone fruit. Balsamic notes of vanilla and fresh wood. Elegant, differentBalanced, silky and ample mouthfeel. Great persistence, with notes of ripe stone fruit and wood on the finish

Red Wine

Monteabellon Avaniel Tempranillo €33 Young vine unoaked Ribera del Duero, super fresh with ripe juicy red berry & strawberry fruit flavours, soft subtle tannins Monteabellon 5 meses Tempranillo €42

Cherry color very intense, bright. The nose has very intense aromas with marked fruity sensations of blackberries and blueberries perfectly integrated with a quality wood that wraps everything. The palate is structured and has a correct fruity expression with ripe tannins. Torres Celeste Crianza Tempranillo €46

Intense blackberry colour. Spicy and intense nose, with liquorice and Hints of a base of well ripened fruits. On the palate, very fruity at first with ripened tannins, also persistent and full bodied. Monteabellon 14 meses en Barrica

Tempranillo €57

Floral plum and cassis aromas come with clay, earth and lemony oak notes. A deep, layered palate is home to a plethora of fine flavors including graphite, vanilla, licorice, herbs, blackberry and black cherry. Oak spice and mild heat drive a full-force finish.



DO TORO

The wine region of Toro is a predominantly red-wine appellation in Castilla y León in north-western Spain. The region produces red wine across the spectrum from Joven to Gran Reserva, but all grades must be made from at least 75 percent Tinta de Toro. The best reds tend to contain 100 percent Tinta de Toro and are robust, concentrated and well-structured.

Red Wine

Viore Roble Tinta de Toro (Tempranillo) €28 Five months in New American oak, intense cherry purple colour with violet hues,the nose is full of ripe fruit showing black cherry and plum with some spicy oasty vanilla hints. The palate shows a warm spicy feel. Viore Crianza Tinta de Toro (Tempranillo) €34 Nine months in American Oak .Deep cherry colour with a crimson rim , the nose shows aromas of spicy vanilla with cherries. The palate is rich with flavours of warm forest fruits and cherries with overtones of vanilla and spice followed by a long finish. Bodegas Matsu El Picaro Tempranillo €34 Dark purplish red in colour, the wine displays aromas of black fruit as well as other red berry notes, on a mineral background. On the palate it is fresh, complex and generous.

Bodegas Matsu El Recio Tempranillo €49 This is a corpulent wine also having a lot of finesse, with an intense nose having Notes of chocolate, black fruits and vanilla. In the mouth the taste is striking, being predominantly round and silky. Touches of fruits linger in the after taste as do mineral notes.

Bodegas Matsu El Viejo Tempranillo €56 A deep cherry color, high lamina, with violet colored notes in its border. Corpulent in the mouth with very mature and round tannins that give its sweetness. A long and persistent aftertaste. Fruit perfectly assembled with the roasted character of the wood.



DO RUEDA

Rueda is a wine region at the heart of the Iberian Peninsula, located just northwest of the Spanish capital, Madrid. It is known for its dry, aromatic white wines made predominantly from Verdejo, with small quantities of Viura and Sauvignon Blanc. These fresh, aromatic whites are an ideal complement to the heavy Tempranillo-based reds of neighboring Toro.

Standard Rueda Blanco must be made from at least 50 percent Verdejo, a variety so aromatic that even substantial additions of neutral-scented Viura (aka Macabeo) do little to reduce its character. Relatively recent additions to the region's wine portfolio are the varietal wines Rueda Verdejo and Rueda Sauvignon, which must be made from at least 85 percent of the stated variety

White Wine

Viore Verdejo/viura €29 Pale-yellow with green hues. Intense nose with aromas of fruit, white, blossoms and fennel. Well-balanced, round, tasty and fresh in the mouth, with a pleasant, bitter finish. Marques de Riscal Verdejo €35 Lovely floral and herby nose. On the palate the wine is fresh and crisp with lemony citrus flavors. Good fresh finish . Marques de Riscal Sauvignon Blanc €37 Pale yellow colour with greenish glints. Hints of fresh grass over a mineral base, abundant fresh fruit such as citrus fruits, pineapple or melon.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/grape-519-verdejo

https://www.wine-searcher.com/grape-574-macabeo-viura

https://www.wine-searcher.com/grape-435-sauvignon-blanc

https://www.wine-searcher.com/grape-483-tempranillo

https://www.wine-searcher.com/regions-toro

https://www.wine-searcher.com/technical-wine-terms-u-z.lml#varietal



DO LA MANCHA

In the land of Don Quixote, wine plays a very important role both economically and culturally. The Meseta Central, a.k.a. Central Plateau, produces nearly half of the wine in all of Spain. It’s also home to over a dozen top wine Spanish bodegas (wineries). The region contains Madrid and the surrounding areas in the high plateau of Spain. It’s very hot and dry, so vineyards at higher elevations really shine. A value-driven region dominated by larger producers making mostly a fruity style of Tempranillo and Verdejo. Even though large producers dominate, the region shows potential based on its higher elevation vineyards.

White Wine

Mesta Blanco Verdejo €31 A crisp, aromatic white wine, showing great purity of aromas and a precise expression of the Verdejo grape. Bright, pale straw yellow, with intense, fresh notes of grass, fennel and white pepper.- Spain's answer to Sauvignon Blanc.

Red Wine

Mesta Tinto Tempranillo €32 A vibrant and juicy, unoaked red wine, showing great purity and the typicity of high-altitude Tempranillo, with expressive and well-defined aromas of red berries, rosemary and a touch of liquorice. Bright ruby red colour. Caramuxo Garnacha €30 Silky smooth and well integrated tannins hint at the quality of the winemaking.



DO YECLA

Yecla is one of Spain's smallest wine regions. Established in 1975, the Yecla DO surrounds the city that shares its name. Like many small wine regions, Yecla has survived because of a fierce dedication to its traditions and heritage.

Although Yecla was founded as the city of Yakka during the Moorish occupation of Spain, winemaking predates the city by almost 1,000 years. Local legends claim that the ancient Phoenicians brought wine grapes to Yecla, and archaeologists have discovered the ruins of a first-century wine cellar near Fuente del Pinar. After Roman rule ended, wine production in Yecla continued, flourishing during the Moorish occupation and expanding as Spain's rulers consolidated their power. By the reign of King Philip II, Yecla was designated as a "bodega mayor" ("major winery").

Yecla's vineyards are planted on hills that range from about 1,300 to 2,600 feet in height. The DO's climate, while considered to be continental, is tempered somewhat by its southeastern location.

Yecla's soils lie on limestone bedrock. In most areas, there is a thick layer of subsoil topped by sandy or silty topsoil. Some vineyards are planted on stony topsoil, while the topsoils of other vineyards contain clay or loam. Typically, Yecla's soils are poor, with low nitrogen levels.

The Yecla DO includes two sub-regions, Campo Arriba and Campo Abajo. Campo Arriba lies north of the city of Yecla. This sub-region's vineyards lie at higher elevations than those of Campo Abajo. Campo Arriba is best known for its red wines, while more white wine grapes are grown in Campo Abajo.

White grapes planted in Yecla include airén, merseguera and macabeo. Yecla's red wines are better known, and most of these are made from monastrell grapes. Approximately 85 percent of Yecla's vineyards are planted in monastrell.

Rose wine

Castillo del Baron Monastrell €28 Is an explosion of fresh, ripe red and black fruit, with a warm Mediterranean spicy/earthy twist. On the palate, the wine is soft and fruity, and very well-framed by crisp natural acidity. The finish is clean, harmonious, and more-ish.



DO PENEDÈS

DO Penedès is located one hour south of Barcelona, Mediterranean wine region. Most famous on a worldwide level for the Cava (bubbly) made here, Penedès is also home to some stellar dry reds and whites, and indeed some neat dessert wines.

Most of the historic wine estates are located on “Masias” (Catalan farmhouses).

While international varietals like Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Chardonnay are commonly grown here there are also neat local grapes like the white Parellada and Xarel.lo and the red Monastrell and Samsó.

White Wine

Torres Mas Rabell Paralleda/White Garnacha €30 Elegant, fresh, fruity aromas with fine spicy hints. Smooth, rich and crisp on the palate, with plenty of fruity flavours and a touch of spice Torres Vina Esmeralda Moscatel, Gewurztraminer €30 A voluptuous nose, with delicious aromas of exotic fruits, a hint of spice. Silky on the palate. Torres Waltraud Riesling €38 Voluptuous aroma of orange blossom and jasmine with fresh fruit notes. The palate is full and silky, with an elegant balance between acidity and sugar; it also allows appreciation of the noble character of late harvests. Jean Leon 3055 Chardonnay €39 Clean and light yellow in color. Powerful, aromatic notes of tropical fruit with subtle soft hints of toasted oak that add complexity. Fresh on the palate due to its notable acidity, long and elegant in the mouth with a balanced lively finish.



DO PENEDÈS

DO Penedès is located one hour south of Barcelona, Mediterranean wine region. Most famous on a worldwide level for the Cava (bubbly) made here, Penedès is also home to some stellar dry reds and whites, and indeed some neat dessert wines.

Most of the historic wine estates are located on “Masias” (Catalan farmhouses).

While international varietals like Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Chardonnay are commonly grown here there are also neat local grapes like the white Parellada and Xarel.lo and the red Monastrell and Samsó.

Red Wine

Torres Mas Rabell Garnacha/Carinena/Merlot €30 Deep ruby colour with a hint of ochre. Rich complex Mediterranean aromas with exuberant notes of spices and blackberries. Velvety tannins are noted on the palate. Jean Leon 3055 Merlot €40 Ripe red fruit, black pepper, toasty notes. Sweet entry, moderately firm structure, smooth tannins, echoes of fruit, long and persistent finish Torres Mas Borrás Pinot Noir €60 Intense floral aroma over a background of cocoa and small red berries. The wine is extremely smooth on the palate with sweet tannins that enhance the floral varietal notes as well as those of truffles and spices. Torres Mas La Plana Cabernet Sauvignon €80 Deep dense cherry colour, with a touch of mahogany. Hints of cranberries, cherries and truffles, with an incense-like quality developed during ageing in wood. Full, elegant and pronounced aftertaste.



DO TARRAGONA

DO. Tarragona received DO status back in 1947, making it one of Spain's older designations. The wine region fans out from the picturesque city of the same name and the area is dotted with relics from times passed: Roman ruins and Gothic cathedrals.

The exact origins of viticulture here are not known. It is possible the Ancient Greeks brought vines to Tarragona. It is certain that the Romans who followed them produced and promoted wines of the region. Regardless of whoever first made wine here, the tradition has been a long one.

The diversity of the topography and climates means that Tarragona is capable of producing a wide range of wine styles. Traditional sweet fortifieds can still be found in the region's late-harvest Garnacha wines and the lighter Moscatel de Tarragona. However, in response to changing demand, Tarragona has adopted a greater variation of styles, with white wines – both varietals and blends for Cava dominating production. A major proportion of the region's grapes go into Cava production, being sold to the Cava estates in Penedes. (Tarragona's eastern half overlaps with the Cava designation).

Other significant red grape varieties include Ull de Llebre(Tempranillo), Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Younger red styles from Tarragona are becoming more common.

Red Wine

Blau Mari Garnacha-Cabernet €31 Light body, dark ripe fruits, has a nice acidity and a touch of tannin on the end.

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VT RIBERA DEL QUEILES

Ribera del Queiles is a Vino de la Tierra title used in northern Spain. The viticultural area it covers straddles the border between Navarraand Aragon. The name Ribera del Queilesmeans "banks of the Queiles", the river which flows through the zone. Ribera del Queiles achieved VT status in 2003 and specializes in red wine.

While the region itself may not be well known, there are several estates in the region which have achieved international acclaim and a strong export network. Guelbenzu has the highest profile, while the Vintae/Winery Arts collective are up-and-comers with several of their wines in the Projecto Garnachas de España sourced from Ribera del Queiles.

The grape varieties authorized for use here are international favorites Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah, grown alongside beloved local varieties Tempranillo, Garnacha and Graciano. All varieties must be vinified red and reach a minimum alcohol strength of 11 percent, which is hardly difficult, given the warm conditions.

Red Wine

Salvaje del Moncayo Garnacha €38 Very pleasant red wine with lots of fruit. It shows a good, slightly warm attack and a soft and silky mid palate, with a more balanced notes of fruit and wood. Some milky aromas are also noticed along with hints of violets and mineral notes that turn the set into a mellow wine. Good acidity and polished tannins. Good but not very long finish.

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DO CATALAYUD

When Calatayud achieved DO status in 1990, it became Aragon’s second largest quality wine-producing region after Cariñena. Since then, it has been upgrading and perfecting its wines with both cooperative and private bodegas undertaking progressive improvements.

There has been considerable investment in new technology, new winemaking systems and vineyard research. Thanks to all of these factors, the Calatayud wines are now beginning to show their true potential. Many of the new wines are exploring the possibilities of the Garnacha grape, harvested when fully mature. A new category of young red wines called Calatayud Superior is made from Garnacha from vines that are at least tfifty years old, with yields of no more than 3,500 kg per hectare.

Red Wine

Olvidada de Aragon Garnacha €40 I ntense, projecting the nuances of aging for 10 months in French oak barrels (toasted notes and cocoa). Presence of red fruit.Good entry, firm.Roasted aromas, cocoa and berries. Pleasant and ripe tannins express the performance of this old vineyard.



DO PRIORATO

The remote, rocky hills of the Priorat wine region are the birthplace of intense, minerally reds that many wine writers and collectors consider to be Spain ’s most elite wines.

The distinctive slate-and-quartzite soil (locally called llicorella), an abundance of sunshine and an energetic group of young winemakers have earned the region a reputation as one of Spain ’s most innovative. The relentless relieve of Priorat ’s landscape means that vineyards here are planted in steep terraces similar to those found in the Douro valley. The terraces climb the hillsides in neat, curving rows that seem drawn onto the land. On the steepest slopes, they are like enormous staircases, creating a pretty picture but back-breaking work for those who have to pick the grapes by hand; machine harvests are all but impossible here. The land is demanding, but it ’s also the ideal place to expose the most interesting characteristics of indigenous grapes like Garnacha, Cariñena as well as international varieties including Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Vineyards are planted at altitudes ranging from 100m to 700m above sea level.

Red Wine

Fosca del Priorat Garnacha €45 Very rich and tasty wine with a wide nice attack that gives way to fleshy notes of fruit and very well balanced wooden aromas. It has a good acidity and polished tannins. Its long finish, leaves a pleasant aftertaste. Elegant and complex, very tasty wine.

Salmos Syrah, Carinena, Garnacha €67 Fragrant and mineral on the nose while luxurious and oily on the palate. Smooth, spicy and toasted background. Perpetual Garnacha, Carinena €82 An aroma of cherry, blackberry and spices on a highly characteristic mineral base. On the palate it has great volume. Hints of chocolate and tobacco with a complex



DO MONTSANT

Immediately to the west of the great Catalan wine region of Penedès are the vineyards of Tarragona, which houses the dynamic sub-region of Montsant. Twenty years ago, Montsant was little more than an unremarkable sub-zone of the larger Tarragona region, however, today Montsant is making a name for itself as a great value competitor to the mighty Priorat region. It is mainly the reds for which Montsant has become renowned for, the best of these excel and none more than the superb old-vine plantings of Garnacha. They can even rival top flight Penedès wines in blind tastings.

White Wine

Sola Fred Blanc Macabeo, Grenache Blanc €35 A bright, brilliant and elegant wine. Tropical fruit, white blossom and Mediterranean herbs appear on the nose. In the mouth, it is refreshing, pleasing and shows good acidity. It is pleasant and rounded on the palate, typical of Grenache Blanc wines.

Red Wine

Sola Fred Tinto Carignan €35 A young, deeply coloured red wine. Very aromatic, balanced and packed with ripe fruit. In the mouth it is refreshing, mouth-filling and has a lingering finish. It is a perfect example of wine made from Carignan grapes Ferest Garnacha, Carignan, Syrah €44 An intensely cherry coloured wine with aromas of red fruit and soft toast notes. In the mouth it is agreeable, balanced and lingering. Ripe fruit and pleasing spicy notes. Smooth and rounded tannins.



DO VALENCIA

Valencia has a long and proud history of vine cultivation, in fact archeological evidence suggests that wine has been made in the region since Neolithic times. With the arrival of the Romans in Spain, vine plantations and wine production increased dramatically to satisfy the demands of the Roman forces. The development of Valencia as a port ensured that a lucrative trade would develop through the centuries and the wine export business become very important for the city from the 16th century onwards.

Moscatel is named after the very grape that produces the area ’s famous dessert wines and is found to the south-west of Valencia City. The terroir is markedly different from the conditions of Valentino further north -a combination of low-altitude vineyards at typically 100m above sea-level and scorching summer temperatures favor the production of full-bodied, alcoholic reds and, of course, the Moscatel grape.

The Valencia D.O. permits a wide variety of styles and grape varieties to be produced within the region. Some of the red grapes planted include: Tempranillo, Monastrell, Bobal, Tintorera, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Garnacha, Graciano, Mazuelo and Petit Verdot. Whites are dominated by Merseguera, Malvasía, Macabeo, Chardonnay, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc and Semillón Blanc.

As a result of the wide variety of grapes planted and different sub-regions, it is not easy to exactly pinpoint the Valencian quintessential wine style. In fact, it would be correct to say that above all else, this fascinating corner of Spain is the land of diversity. The wineries run the gamut from small, boutique operations, international companies and cooperatives, whilst the wines range from award winning reds, to aromatic whites, fortified wines and bulk production.

White Wine

En La Parra Chardonnay, Moscatel €32 Bright and appealing.Pleasantly aromatic, crisp with tropical fruit flavours.On the palate the wine is fruity, full of character, with an elegant long finish.

Red Wine

Chaval Bobal €32 Chaval means the 'Kid', from the land known as “El Renegado” which is one of the best areas of the D.O. Utiel-Requena in Valencia. This deliciously spicy, deep-fruited wine is made organically and is picking up medals wherever it goes .Full of interest, texture and flavour. Lots of dark fruit, clovey spices and gently grippy structure - All in all a hugely satisfying drink that won't break the bank or harm the planet! Dive in.



DO UTIEL-REQUENA

The Utiel-Requena region is found west of Valencia and is being rediscovered for it traditional red wines. The vineyards are based 600m to 900m above sea level on rolling hills that benefit from cold winters, hot summers, the proximity to the Mediterranean and the warm dry westerly winds, conditions are extreme but ideal for wine growing. The area has changed dramatically in the last few years with winemakers passionate about their heritage and introducing their modern traditional wines to the wine drinkers of the world.

Red Wine

Capellana Tinto de Autor Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon €32 Black cherry with slate tones.A wine with a well defined character.Complex aromas with a blend of fruit, spicy vanilla and liquorice.Open, well-structured and balanced on the palate. A nice persisting finish.



WINES FROM PORTUGAL



DOC VINHO VERDE

The region is demarcated since 1908 and is located in the extreme North of Portugal, bounded north by the Minho river, spreading along the Atlantic coast to the city of Porto, and south up to the shores of Vouga river.

The wine region of the "Vinho Verde" (Green Wines) is the largest in Portugal, with its 34000 hectares spread along a coast area geographically well situated, rich in water resources, with mild temperatures and abundant rains, which created homogeneous and mainly granitic soils, fertile and with high acidity, excellent for the production of white wines. The brand image of this region is the variety Alvarinho. The flagrant typicality and originality result essentially of the peculiarities of the autochthonous varieties of the region and the way they are cultivated. From all these factors results a naturally light, clean, refreshing and aromatic wine, different from any other in the world.

White Wine

Casaz Novas Avesso, Loureiro, Arinto €31 Avesso, beautifully floral and aromatic, together with the fresh, fruity Loureiro & steely Arinto. Together they make a less austere, more commercially attractive style of wine, yet one that maintains good structure and poise. Casaz Novas Avesso €41 Clear green color, very bright and appealing. Elegant and thin aroma, with floral nuances with citrus notes and good minerality. On the palate it's a structured wine. The good quality of the fruit is shown in the foreground with a slight floral and tropical notes. A wine with a optimum acidity that gives great freshness and very good end of mouth..



DOC ALENTEJO

A wine producing region with a long tradition, the Alentejo boasts wines that will surprise you for their excellence, aromas and colours. The distinct characteristics of the soils according to area (granite, limestone, Mediterranean or schist), the long hours of exposure to the sun and a group of selected grape varieties enable high quality production, combined with the ability to preserve the tradition of flavour, while innovating in the art of winemaking. There is a distinction between the white wines, which are aromatic, fresh and balanced, and the red wines, ruby- or garnet-coloured, which are more intense, full-bodied and at the same time smooth and slightly astringent.

White Wine

Pe Branco Antao Vaz, Perrum, Arinto €31 Pale golden colour. The bouquet is subtle with aromas of citrus and stone fruits. Dry on the palate, well-balanced, with good texture and a pleasant finish. Works well with grilled fish or shellfish. Esporao Reserva Branco Antao Vaz, Roupeiro, Perrum €48 Rich intense notes of peach and grapefruit, well integrated toasty notes. On the palate it is creamy and complex, well balanced, deeply fruity and mineral, a fresh and persistent finish.

Red Wine

Pe Tinto Moreto, Castelao, Trincadeira €32 Aromas of ripe cherries and chocolate and crushed berries. A soft mouth filling wine with red fruits and warming tannins. Esporao Reserva Tinto Aragones, Trincadeira, Cabernet

Sauvignon €48

Made from estate grown grapes that show the consistency and the rich, ripe fruit characters which are typical of the best Alentejo red wines. Deep dark red colour with intense spicy aroma of mature red berry fruits with discrete oak complexity. On the palate it is elegant, dense and creamy.



DOC BEIRA ATLÃNTICO

Baga is the highly productive red grape of Beira, grown in Bairrada. In the past, the wines made with 100% Baga were known to be densely structured, blackberry-fruit driven wines with high acidity and a tar-like finish. Odd, because the wines were so structured they would stubbornly (and slowly) morph into refinement over the course of 10 –20 years. Today things are changing. With careful vineyard strategies and vinification (winemaking), you’ll find a much wider range of Baga that are a stark contrast from Bairrada Clássico. From the aromatic and delightfully pink sparkling wines, structured light-bodied red that remind us of Pinot Noir, this area is one of the new frontiers of winemaking for the Portuguese. The wine geeks are very interested.

White Wine

Palacio dos Marqueses Branco

Arinto, Bical, Maria-Gomes €31

Fruity with floral and citrus notes

Red Wine

Marques de Marialva Tinto Baga €36 Of limpid and crystalline appearance displays a defined grenade colour. The nose has a predominance of ripe red pulp fruit and jam of the same. It presents toasted and mocha nuances. The taste is fruity, smooth, elegant. On the palate, it reveals a great volume and a long finish.

Rose Wine

Marques de Marialva Rose Baga €32 Of crystalline appearance with defined pink colour. Intense nose of fresh red fruit with a predominance of strawberry and redcurrant. In the mouth reveals fruity, fresh, elegant and harmonious.



DOC DOURO

The Douro region is internationally recognised for both its Port Wines and its table wines. The Douro’s range of wines isextensive and there is something for everyone ’s tastes.

Douro wines are divided into three broad categories: Red Wine, White Wine and Rosé Wine. The first group is produced from a variety of grape types, such as Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz (Aragonez), Tinta Barroca and Tinto Cão. Douro white wine is produced from grape varieties such as Malvasia Fina, Viosinho, Gouveio and Rabigato. .

White Wine

Quinta do Vallado Branco Rabigato, Viosinho, Arinto, Verdelho €40 Perfumed white flower aromas, the palate is lively & fresh with persistent citrus, melon & mineral tones Boina Branco Rabigato, Códega (Síria), Malvasia Fina

and Códega do Larinho €47

Aroma of peach, pear, white flowers with mineral notes of wet stone. Fresh, with a lively acidity and an appellative finish that has a salty minerality. Shows intensity and concentration from the old vines.

Red Wine

Quinta do Vallado Quadrifolia

Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz €31

Youthful& fresh with dark cherry & crunchy red berry fruit character, mineral notes with good acidity on the finish. Sa de Baixo Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz-Barroca €32 Intense colour, young aroma, elegant taste, well-structured and harmonious. Can be enjoyed straight away to accompany not too spicy food. Assobio Tinto Douro Tinta Roriz, Touriga Nacional,

Touriga Franca €40

Pleasant aromas of black cherry, blueberry and raspberry. Tasting the medium-bodied wine reveals rich and juicy dark fruit along with very well integrated spice Boina Tinto Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta

Barroca, Tinto Cão, Tinta Amarela, Tinta Carvalha, Tinta Francisca and Sousão

€48

Aroma of red fruits, wild berries and very fresh and elegant floral notes of violet and rock rose.Elegant and soft, medium bodied, with a firm tannin structure. Quinta do Vallado Touriga Nacional €60 Rich & warming with layers of mature dark fruit, Christmas spice & smooth silky tannins, aged for 16 months in French oak.



PORT

Port is one of the great classic European wines and its history is a long and fascinating one.

So what is Port wine? Port is a fortified wine. Fortified wines are made by adding a proportion of grape spirit, or brandy, to the wine at some point during the production process. Port is arguably the greatest of all fortified wines and its paramount expression, Vintage Port, ranks alongside the finest produce of Bordeaux or Burgundy as one of the great iconic wines of the world. In the case of Port, the addition of the brandy takes place before the wine has finished fermenting. This means that the wine retains some of the natural sweetness of the grape, making it rich, round and smooth on the palate.

One of the fascinating aspects of Port wine is its variety of different styles, each with its own characteristic flavours, from the intense berry fruit flavours of a Reserve or a Late Bottled Vintage to the rich mellowness of an Aged Tawnyor the sublime complexity of a Vintage Port. More than any other wine, Port offers endless opportunities for pairing with food.

White Port

Niepoort Dry White contains (12) €6.50 / €25/ €45 Made in the traditional style with long skin maceration.The final blend includes different wines aged in oak casks with an average of 3.5 years. Golden, with nuts, almonds aroma and a fresh concentrated finish.

Tawny Ports

Niepoort Tawny Dee contains (12) €6.50 / €25 / €45 Velvety smooth nutty and caramel aromas with delicious ripe fruit such as apricots, with hints of raisins. On the palate fresh, well balanced and with a long and slightly dry finish. Warres Otima 10 year old contains (12) €13.20/€65 Rich colour, with an aroma of nuts & hints of mature fruit. On the palate light & delicate, with hints of dried fruits & a long elegant finish. Ripe with a full bodied sweet long finish. Graham's 20 year old €100 Amber, golden color. An excellent bouquet, that is characteristically "nutty" with almonds, and delicious mature fruit with hints of orange peel. Rich, sweet and smooth on the palate, it is perfectly balanced, with a lingering finish.

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Ruby and Late Bottle Vintage Ports

Grahams Six Grapes Reserve contains (12) €8.30 / €58 Full-bodied, with rich opulent black fruit on the palate and fragrant brambly aromas. Niepoort Ruby Dum contains (12) €6.50/€25/€45 Dark red in colour with a fresh vibrant aroma of dark fruits which follows through on the palate along with an almost mineral character, a youthful wine with good extract and great balance, offering superb "drinkability". Graham’s LBV 2009 €58 On the palate, rich red fruit flavours balanced by taut, peppery tannins. There is a fine backbone of schist minerality and balanced acidity, with a long and satisfying finish. Warres LBV 2004 €80 Off the nose it’s fresh, fragrant and floral with scents of rock-rose, eucalyptus and mint. On the Palate it’s ripe and plummy. Mid palate shows dark chocolate and sprinklings of mocha and spice.

Vintage Ports

Dow’s Nirvana Reserve €40 Intense texture and dry finish come from Dow ’s key vineyard Quinta Do Bomfim. Warre's Quinta da Cavadinha 2001 €105 Very aromatic and fresh nose, bursting with blackberry fruit combined with fragrant floral tones. On the palate, seductive flavours of black plums and cherries, with an elegant long and complex finish. Grahams Quinta de Malvedos 1999 €120 Deep ruby colour. Excellent depth of fruit combined with glorious floral scents. On the palate it is concentrated and fruity. Powerful and rich finish Warre's Vintage 2000 €280 The 2000 Vintage will be remembered for the immense concentration of its wines and for the small quantities produced. Very dark purple in color, inky and concentrated. Lovely fresh aromas of violets, layer and layer of ripe blackberry fruit, intensely rich and very full bodied. Sweetness and tannins bind this wine together to form a perfect harmonious structure. Warre's Vintage 2003 €280 Straightforward yet intense, ripe black raspberry liqueur and cassis scents are followed by a medium to full-bodied, elegant, restrained, balanced port with moderately high tannin as well as outstanding purity.



SHERRY

Sherry is a wine produced in Jerez de la Frontera, Sanlucar de Barrameda, and El Puerto de Santa Maria. It is a fortified wine, which means that a small amount of neutral grape spirit (brandy) is added to the wine to increase its alcohol content.

There are four dry styles of sherry: fino amontillado, palo cortado, and oloroso. These styles fit, in this order, along a spectrum from lightest to fullest.

In addition to the range of dry wines, the region produces two naturally sweet wines: pedro ximenez (known affectionately as “PX ”) and moscatel.

Fernando de Castilla Manzanilla contains (12) €7.50/€23.50 Pale, straw yellow in colour. Decidedly tangy, yeasty and salty nose. The palate lures you in with soft apple and citrus flavours, then attacks with a nutty tang, and finishes with a salty reminder of the sea. Fino en Rama €28.50 Fruity fino with a classic Jerez character. Sweet and sour balance of apple and lemon notes. Medium acidity Fernando de Castilla Classic Fino contains (12) €6.20 / €40 Pale in colour with just a hint of straw yellow at the rim. Powerful and acute on the nose, yet aromatic, intriguing and inviting. Sensuously textured rather than brittle, absolutely bone dry, aristocratic and very poised. Its profile is perfectly seamless right until the finish. Canasta Cream contains (12) €8.50/€63 Gentle and sweet, the result of a careful blend of top quality Olorosos with Pedro Ximénez Sherries, aged together in the oaks casks of Canasta Cream´s exclusive Solera to a full bodied old sweet Oloroso of outstanding fragrance and generous bouquet. Fernando de Castilla Classic Amontillado €50 With a dry to medium tangy, nutty concentrated flavour and pale golden colour, it's a highly versatile Sherry. Fernando de Castilla Antique Oloroso €84 The NV Antique Oloroso is open and expressive in the nose, with a predominant note of hazelnuts, a sweet touch of spices, brandy filled chocolates and orange rind. Fernando de Castilla Antique Palo Cortado €58 The amber-colored NV Antique Palo Cortado has a clean, changing, lifted nose of white chocolate, orange marmalade, almonds and incense, while the balanced palate comes through quite intense. Fernando de Castilla Antique Pedro Ximenez €12.20 / €86 Contains all the drama and intensity you would expect from a 20 year old plus. There is coffee, liquorice, prunes, figs, raisins, tea and a dozen other fleeting scents with a surprising lightness and delicacy.



BRANDY

Torres 10 contains (12) Parellada, Macabeu, Xarel-Lo €8.00/€100 10 year old brandy with hints of cinnamon and vanilla. It is round and rich in tannins. Torres 20 contains (12) Parellada, Macabeu, Xarel-Lo €11.40/€150 A 20 year old brandy which spent its maturation in Limousin oak casks. The result is an elegant, rich and decadently flavoursome Spanish brandy.

Torres Jaime I contains (12) Folle Blanche, Paralleda €15.00/€200 Jaime I is deep, rich and dark amber in colour. Round and lush, it has the smoothness that characterises great brandies. Jaime I is complex, majestic, with a lingering finish that leaves a velvety imprint on the palate.

DESSERT WINE

Torres Floralis contains (12)

Moscatek d’’’Oro €6.40/€31

Its honeyed, perfumed sugars are set off by a fine fruity acidity.



CIGARROS

(CIGARS)

Trinidad Reyes €15.70

The Reyes is one of the creamiest and smoothest petit coronas on the market. Like all Trinidads, the Reyes is constructed exceptionally well, with golden brown and oily wrappers. Rich and complex, with flavours of wood, coffee spices and vanilla, it is the best way you can spend 30 minutes.

Romeo No.2 Tubo €19.50

The Romeo No.2 is the petit corona in the Romeo Tubos range. A medium bodied, straight forward cigar, with the traditional sweet woodiness of the Romeo y Julieta brand, and in a practical aluminium tube.

Cohiba Siglo II Tubo €26.50

The Siglo II is one of the milder Cohibas. Often overlooked at, the Siglo II is one of the greatest petit coronas, with rich flavours of wood and vanilla, a medium body and the traditional silky smooth wrappers found in the Linea 1492.

Montecristo Edmundo €27.60

The Montecristo Edmundo is a typical example of the Montecristo blend. Despite its heavy ring gauge and generous length, it is not stronger that the rest of the cigars in the brand. Rich and complex, with wood, earth and a pleasant bitterness, this cigar is ideal for every Montecristo fan.

Montecristo No.2 €30.50

The Montecristo No.2 is the most famous cigar to come out of Cuba. It's unique character, its strength and complexity have made this cigar a true legend. Spicy and woody with an earthy finish, the Montecristo No.2 is on our top 3 favourite cigars of all time.

Cohiba Robusto €33.30

The Cohiba Robusto is one of the finest Vitolas of the brand, and possibly the best Robusto currently coming out of Havana. It's size makes it easy to smoke and not overwhelming, while keeping your palate excited with complex and well balanced flavours. Wood and spices are the characteristic flavours of this vitola, and the cigar has a medium to full body.

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