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Murrieta Reserva Rioja, 1985<br />
Creamy, mellow and complete Rioja which has<br />
developed magnificently in bottle, combining<br />
freshness with complex secondary aromas.<br />
This is reminiscent of a mature <strong>to</strong>p-level<br />
Bordeaux. 12.5% Limited <strong>to</strong> two bottles only<br />
per member.<br />
ref RJ-SP8421 £45 bottle<br />
Viña Real Reserva Rioja, 1982<br />
<strong>The</strong> 1982 is highly rated by <strong>the</strong> CVNE<br />
winemaking team; indeed, Jésus Madrazo<br />
(Contino), whose fa<strong>the</strong>r made <strong>this</strong> wine, says<br />
<strong>this</strong> is his favourite after <strong>the</strong> impressive 1964.<br />
Today <strong>the</strong> 1982 is delicious. Rich, flamboyant<br />
and exotic, supported with mouth-wateringly<br />
fresh acidity and muscular tannins, <strong>this</strong> is perfect<br />
now. 13% Limited <strong>to</strong> six bottles only per member.<br />
ref RJ-SP8251 £45 bottle<br />
Viña Real Reserva Rioja, 1981<br />
A delicate, refined Viña Real with a heavenly<br />
bouquet, quite Burgundian in many ways. Smoky<br />
and supple with wonderfully absorbed tannins.<br />
13% Limited <strong>to</strong> six bottles only per member.<br />
ref RJ-SP8261 £45 bottle<br />
CVNE Imperial Reserva Rioja, 1981<br />
This pale mahogany reserva is a benchmark<br />
example of mature Rioja: earthy, enticing<br />
secondary flavours, silky sweet palate and soft,<br />
long finish. A wine <strong>to</strong> lose oneself in. 13%<br />
Limited <strong>to</strong> one bottle only per member.<br />
ref RJ-SP8361 £55 bottle<br />
CVNE Imperial Gran Reserva Rioja,<br />
1981<br />
Full, com<strong>for</strong>ting gran reserva with density<br />
of flavour and a structure built on power, grip<br />
and acidity. Like all <strong>the</strong> wines in <strong>this</strong> <strong>offer</strong>, it is<br />
ready <strong>to</strong> drink. 13% Limited <strong>to</strong> one bottle only<br />
per member.<br />
ref RJ-SP8391 £79 bottle<br />
CVNE Imperial Reserva Rioja, 1978<br />
A completely mature reserva that will bring<br />
immediate drinking pleasure. This is savoury and<br />
meaty with a <strong>to</strong>uch of earthy sous bois, and is<br />
graceful, light and ef<strong>for</strong>tless in its balance. 13%<br />
Limited <strong>to</strong> six bottles only per member.<br />
ref RJ-SP8351 £55 bottle<br />
Viña Real Gran Reserva Rioja, 1976<br />
Bright, clear mahogany in colour, <strong>this</strong> is a finely<br />
tuned, lea<strong>the</strong>ry Viña Real. It is succulent, evolved<br />
and powerful, standing out <strong>for</strong> its lift and<br />
revitalising acidity. 13.5% Limited <strong>to</strong> six bottles<br />
only per member.<br />
ref RJ-SP8281 £79 bottle<br />
CVNE Imperial Gran Reserva Rioja,<br />
1976<br />
This perfumed gran reserva is 80% tempranillo,<br />
10% graciano and 5% each garnacha and<br />
mazuelo. Pale garnet in colour, <strong>this</strong> is sumptuous,<br />
rich and spicy. 13% Limited <strong>to</strong> two bottles only<br />
per member.<br />
ref RJ-SP8381 £79 bottle<br />
CVNE Imperial Reserva Rioja, 1975<br />
Very pale, fully mature reserva which has great<br />
charm, complexity and lightness of <strong>to</strong>uch yet<br />
retains its focus and poise. 12.5%<br />
Limited <strong>to</strong> three bottles only per member.<br />
ref RJ-SP8371 £60 bottle<br />
Contino Rioja, 1975<br />
<strong>The</strong> 1975 is a classic Rioja blend of tempranillo<br />
(85%), mazuelo (8%) and garnacha (5%) but<br />
with a small sprinkling of <strong>the</strong> white grape viura<br />
(2%). This wine is something of a rarity, being<br />
only Contino’s second vintage. Cedary, mellow<br />
and à point. Limited <strong>to</strong> one bottle only per<br />
member.<br />
ref RJ-SP8401 £60 bottle<br />
Viña Real Gran Reserva Rioja, 1970<br />
Delicate mahogany-coloured wine with<br />
exquisite bouquet combining spicy vegetal<br />
flavours and a finish that lasts and lasts.<br />
Limited <strong>to</strong> six bottles only per member.<br />
ref RJ-SP8291 £79 bottle<br />
Viña Real Reserva Especial Rioja,<br />
1966<br />
Plump, soft and expressive with hints of <strong>to</strong>bacco<br />
and exotic spice, <strong>this</strong> is an utterly alluring Rioja.<br />
Limited <strong>to</strong> three bottles only per member.<br />
ref RJ-SP8271 £65 bottle<br />
CVNE Imperial Gran Reserva Rioja,<br />
1966<br />
Fully developed, graceful and perfect <strong>to</strong> drink<br />
now, with enticing mocha flavours and thrilling<br />
tertiary complexity. Limited <strong>to</strong> six bottles only<br />
per member.<br />
ref RJ-SP8461 £75 bottle<br />
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