Lealtanza, Rioja Reserva Spanish Artists Collection Sorolla 2010
These bottles make up the latest set in an exclusive series of wines from Bodegas Altanza paying homage to great artists by featuring their work in the label design.
The gift set comprises three bottles of the same very fine reserva Rioja, each with a different label showing a work by the artist.
Joaquin Sorolla was, like his friend John Singer Sargent, influenced by the Impressionists. Among his favourite subjects were outdoor scenes, especially the coastline of his native Valencia, where his gift for capturing brilliant light and its play on water has made him ‘the painter of vibrating sunshine without equal’ in the eyes of critics.
The wine is an impressive and simply delicious pure Tempranillo reserva, with damson and blackberry aromas as well as the freshness of red berries, all interwoven with the spice and vanilla that come from long ageing in fine French oak. The flavours are full and soft, instantly appealing but with lingering, elegant tannins that give depth and structure to each sip. This is a powerful but balanced wine that makes an excellent partner for rich savoury dishes.
- 95/100 OUTSTANDING Decanter
- 95/100 Tim Atkin
- 93/100 Guia Peñín
- 91/100 The Wine Advocate
| Supplier's website | Bodegas Altanza |
|---|---|
| Wine colour | Red wine |
| Country | Spain |
| Appellation | DOCa Rioja |
| Vintage | 2010 |
| Grape variety | Tempranillo |
| Alcohol | 14% |
| Bottle size | 3 x 750 ml |
Please note that we do not deliver to the UK or overseas
Orders of €150+: free delivery in Ireland and Northern Ireland
All other orders: €15 flat rate delivery in Ireland and Northern Ireland
Orders are usually dispatched in the first two working days after receipt.
We cannot guarantee delivery on a given day. If the delivery date is important, please let us know, and we'll put one of our 'Not to Be Opened Before' stickers on the box and aim for delivery a day or two early.
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Delivery outside Ireland
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We do not generally send wine overseas because of the complicated bureaucratic requirements and very high cost. If you would nonetheless like more information about deliveries outside the island of Ireland, please ask.
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Wine is a natural product: its variety is what makes it so interesting!
Sometimes, though, a faulty bottle turns up. It's rare, but it does happen.
We want you to enjoy the wines you buy from us, and we'd like you to enjoy doing business with us too.
If you are unlucky enough to receive a bad bottle, please let us know immediately by calling the office on 021 431 6000 and we'll arrange a replacement or issue a credit in compensation.
Broken or Damaged Deliveries
Despite our best efforts to wrap and pack securely, damage in transit occurs from time to time.
If there's a breakage, our couriers will normally return the whole fragrant mess to us straight away.
If, however, the damage isn't apparent until you open the box, we'd still prefer to have the whole parcel collected. We'll send you a replacement as soon as possible.
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