Les Oliviers Merlot Mourvedre Pays D'Oc 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 | Les Oliviers | Ole Smoky |
| Style | Red | Red |
| Grape | Merlot | Tempranillo |
| Region | — | Rioja |
| Country | — | Spain |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy |
Les Oliviers Merlot Mourvedre Pays D'Oc 2024
A characterful Southern French twist on Merlot, Les Oliviers Merlot has some Mourvèdre which has combining ripe, luscious fruit with subtle spice and Mediterranean herbal notes. Meet the producer Boutinot France has a long and fascinating history, starting as a small wine importer and evolving into a producer and distributor of high-quality French wines. Their team focuses on selecting exceptional vineyard plots and crafting wines that reflect the character of their terroir while remaining approachable and easy-drinking. Production In the sun-drenched vineyards of the Languedoc, a single plot of Merlot provides ripe, juicy fruit, while a carefully selected plot of Mourvèdre contributes a touch of spice and structure. Grapes are hand-harvested, de-stemmed, and macerated at cool temperatures to preserve freshness. Fermentation takes place without oak, allowing the natural fruit and varietal expression to shine. The final blend is then carefully assembled. Tasting notes Brightly perfumed with hints of lavender, followed by classic Merlot flavours of red summer berries, plums, and damsons. Mourvèdre adds subtle warmth, spice, and a green, herby edge on the finish. Food match Enjoy on its own or pair with hearty pasta dishes and Mediterranean recipes featuring tomatoes, olives, or anchovies. Grape Merlot 80%, Mourvèdre 20%
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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