Clos de Gat Ayalon Valley 2018 vs Ramon Bilbao Edicion Limitada Tempranillo (Magnum) 2020
Compare current tracked prices, stockists and core specifications. Ramon Bilbao Edicion Limitada Tempranillo (Magnum) 2020 currently starts £0.03 lower.
| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £37.99 | £37.96 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | Clos de Gat | Ramon Bilbao |
| Style | Red | Red |
| Grape | Cabernet Sauvignon | Tempranillo |
| Region | — | Rioja |
| Country | — | Spain |
| Size | 750ml | 1500ml |
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Clos de Gat Ayalon Valley 2018
Clos de Gat Ayalon Valley is a bold, structured red from the foothills of the Judean Mountains in Israel, crafted by owner-winemaker Eyal Rotem from 19 hectares of limestone-rich vineyards bordering the historic Ayalon Valley. Founded in 1998 around an ancient Roman-era wine press, Clos de Gat produces wines of genuine depth, regional character, and Mediterranean soul. Why You'll Love It This is Israeli fine wine at its most compelling — concentrated, elegant, and built to age. Rotem's uncompromising approach — handpicking, open-tank fermentation, 18 months in new French oak, and bottling without filtration — results in a wine that rivals the best of Bordeaux in structure while remaining unmistakably rooted in its Middle Eastern terroir. Outstanding quality for the price. Vineyard & Production Grown in a Mediterranean climate on limestone-rich soils in the Judean foothills, the grapes are handpicked following rigorous selection and gently crushed before fermentation in open tanks. The wine is aged for approximately 18 months in new French oak barrels, racked periodically to refine texture and complexity, then bottled unfiltered to preserve purity and concentration. Tasting Notes Deep and expressive, the Ayalon Valley opens with aromas of blackcurrant, dark cherry, and Mediterranean herbs, lifted by subtle toasty oak. On the palate it is concentrated and well-balanced, with fine, integrated tannins, earthy complexity, and a long, elegant finish. Perfect Pairings Ideal with Mediterranean cuisine — grilled or roasted meats, slow-cooked lamb, hearty casseroles, and mature hard cheeses. Also excellent alongside Middle Eastern mezze or a classic roast. The Blend Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot — Judean Mountains, Israel
Ramon Bilbao Edicion Limitada Tempranillo (Magnum) 2020
' Ramon Bilbao is a renowned Spanish winery based in Rioja, known for producing high-quality wines that blend tradition with innovation. Established in 1924, the winery specializes in crafting elegant, complex wines, with a focus on Tempranillo grapes. Their top-tier wine, Mirto, is made from old vines in select vineyards and is produced only in exceptional years, reflecting the excellence and craftsmanship that define the Ramon Bilbao legacy. The grapes are sourced from carefully selected vineyards located in various villages near Haro, with altitudes ranging between 450 and 700 meters. These vineyards have sandy soils with low fertility and limited water retention. After a meticulous selection of grapes, the wine was fermented in wooden vats at a controlled temperature of 27-28ºC, using natural yeasts. It was then aged for 15 months in new French oak barrels and spent an additional 10 months aging in underground cellars. The winter saw extremely cold weather in 2020, including heavy snowfall and significant rainfall during the ''Filomena'' storm in January. The summer, although warm and dry, experienced some rainfall prior to the harvest, resulting in diverse growing conditions. '
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