Proof that Rioja remains a terrific source of mature wines at excellent prices. Above, one of the vineyards of El Pacto, who produced a great-value white that particularly impressed Ferran in this tasting. See also Ferran’s background to this centenary tasting and his reviews of singular wines and wines over €25.
After tasting these 49 wines, all retailing for €25 or less in Spain, I can say with confidence that Rioja remains a trustworthy source of consistently good wines at very reasonable prices.
Many of the wines reviewed here offer classic Rioja typicality – wines that express regional identity...