El Castilla Syrah 2024 vs Vega Piedra Rioja 2024
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| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £10.99 | £10.99 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | El Castilla | Ole Smoky |
| Style | Red | Red |
| Grape | Syrah | Tempranillo |
| Region | — | Rioja |
| Country | Spain | Spain |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy |
El Castilla Syrah 2024
El Castilla Syrah is a vibrant, expressive red that delivers the classic hallmarks of the variety dark fruit, black pepper, and smoky spice at a price that makes it an effortless everyday choice. Hand-harvested at peak ripeness, oak aged for depth, and built around fine tannins and a smooth, lingering finish, this is a Syrah that over-delivers at every turn. Why You'll Love It Syrah at its most approachable and satisfying. Carefully selected grapes from vineyards that allow for optimal ripening give El Castilla Syrah a concentration and intensity that belies its price point. Whether you're pairing it with food or simply enjoying a glass on its own, this is a wine that never disappoints full-bodied, balanced, and brimming with character. Vineyard & Production Grapes are hand-harvested at peak ripeness, destemmed, and gently crushed before fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. Post-fermentation maceration enhances colour, tannin structure, and aromatic complexity. The wine is then aged in oak barrels to integrate flavours and add additional depth and roundness. Tasting Notes Deep ruby with violet highlights. The nose reveals aromas of blackberries, plums, black pepper, and subtle hints of smoked spice. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and balanced rich dark fruit, fine tannins, and a lingering, smooth finish. Perfect Pairings A versatile red for bold, flavourful food. Excellent with grilled meats, barbecue, game, hearty stews, and mature cheeses. Also a great match for slow-cooked lamb or a smoky beef burger. The Blend Syrah 100% — Spain . Oak aged. 75cl bottle.
Vega Piedra Rioja 2024
Vega Piedra Rioja Tinto is a fresh, approachable, and great-value unoaked Rioja from selected vineyards in Rioja Alta — one of the appellation's most celebrated sub-zones, known for producing wines of elegance and finesse. Made from 100% Tempranillo by winemaker Roberto de Carlos, this is a young, vibrant Rioja that showcases the variety's natural red berry fruit and gentle spice without the weight of oak ageing. Vegan and vegetarian. Screwcap. Why You'll Love It Rioja is Spain's most famous wine region, and Tempranillo is its signature grape — but not all Rioja needs to be oak-aged and serious. Vega Piedra is the other side of the coin: bright, juicy, and immediately enjoyable, with the kind of fresh red fruit character that makes it as easy to open on a Tuesday as it is to serve at a dinner party. At this price, it's one of the best-value Riojas on the market. Vineyard & Production Tempranillo grapes are harvested in early October from vineyards in Rioja Alta, with vines averaging 10–20 years old. The wine is vinified unoaked to preserve the variety's natural freshness and vibrant fruit character. 13% ABV. Screwcap closure. Contains sulphites. Tasting Notes Lifted red berry fruit and hints of spice on the nose. The palate is bright and fresh — more red fruit, smooth tannins, and a clean, lively finish. Approachable, easy-drinking, and very moreish. Perfect Pairings Excellent with lamb kebabs, grilled chicken, stuffed peppers, and tomato-based pasta dishes. Also a great match for tapas, charcuterie, and light meat dishes. Grape Variety Tempranillo 100%.
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