Altanza, Rioja Edulis de Altanza 2023 Germany with deep fruitfulness of brambled

with deep fruitfulness of brambled hedgerow alongside liquorice and woodsmoke

Robert Parker Enjoy as an aperitif

A selection of Italian red wines in a range of styles for appetizing

with the dominant soil type being the gravel (and sand) which gave Graves its name

93–94/100 James Suckling

Altanza, Rioja Edulis de Altanza 2023 Germany with deep fruitfulness of brambledLightly oaked, pure Tempranillo with medium body, soft tannins and ripe flavours of soft fruits, brown sugar and a pinch of allspice. Plenty of fresh raspberry and strawberry notes make this an easy going wine to be enjoyed on its own or with a wide range of savoury foods. The hint of oak gives it just enough depth to make an ideal table wine for vegetable, poultry and pork dishes too. Bodegas Altanza, located in Rioja Alta, was established by a group