Brenda McCormick | Copywriter
Much like France, Spain has a long, proud history of winemaking. Many wineries have been in the same family for generations, and decades of knowledge and skill goes into their wines. So, it’s no wonder that Spain is responsible for some fantastic wines!
From refreshing Spanish white wines such as a crisp Albariño to the bold reds of Spain’s famous Rioja region and sparkling Cavas – Spain is a treasure trove of quality wines.
Here, the O’Briens Wine Team has picked out 5 top Spanish wines that are well worth investigating.
Rubiejo Barrica Ribera del Duero
Ribera Del Duero Do, Spain
WAS €20.95 NOW €16.76 (Part of our Spanish Wine Sale. Price valid until 18 June 2023)
If you like a Rioja, this bold, fruity red wine is definitely one to check out. It’s made from Tempranillo grapes (known locally as Tinto Fino) in the Rioja-adjacent Ribera del Duero region. The wines here tend to be more intense than in Rioja and with darker berry fruit and Rubiejo Barrica also boasts a warming touch of oak.
Lagar de Costa Albariño
Rías Baixas, Spain
WAS €21.95 NOW €17.56 (Part of our Spanish Wine Sale. Price valid until 18 June 2023)
Lagar de Costa Albariño comes from the Costa family vineyards that run down to the beach on the Galician coast. “This wine is fresh, crisp and clean with minerality that beautifully complements the greengage, peach and apricot fruits,” says Lynne Coyle, Master of Wine and O’Briens Wine Director. “Floral and aromatic with beautifully balanced citrus acidity, it’s an exceptional Albariño.”
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Marqués de Cáceres Reserva
Rioja, Spain
WAS €24.95 NOW €19.96 (Part of our Spanish Wine Sale. Price valid until 18 June 2023)
Marqués de Cáceres is a family winery making Rioja wines with Tempranillo and Garnacha grapes from top quality vineyards. Their Marqués de Cáceres Reserva has been aged for 20 months in new and used French oak barrels. Complex and balanced, it’s full of rich fruits such as cherry and blackberry, along with soft toasted notes.
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Lo Món Trossos del Priorat
Priorat Doq, Spain
WAS €29.95 NOW €23.96 (Part of our Spanish Wine Sale. Price valid until 18 June 2023)
A benchmark wine from the Priorat region, courtesy of a family winery. It’s a blend of Grenache, Syrah and a touch of Cabernet Sauvignon. “The local slate llicorella soil gives the wine a mineral freshness, adding a layer of complexity and elegance on the long finish,” explains Lynne Coyle. It’s a richly flavoured red with lots of black fruit and peppery spice – and is great served with cheese.
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Canals Nadal Cava Brut Nature Reserva
Catalonia, Spain
WAS €24.95 NOW €19.96 (Part of our Spanish Wine Sale. Price valid until 18 June 2023)
Canals Nadal is a 4th-generation family wine company, and the son of the business makes quality Cava from their own estate. “This is a Cava with good balance and a lingering finish,” says Lynne Coyle. “It’s a brilliant pale gold with aromas of baked apple, quince and peach. Hints of brioche follow underpinned by ripe apple, peach, and notes of hazelnut. A great alternative to Champagne!”
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All prices are correct at time published. Prices are part of the O'Briens Spanish Wine Sale and are valid until 18 June 2023. Please check our website or stores for the most up-to-date pricing and offers.