DUERO RIVER VALLEY
Located in north-central Spain, the Duero River Valley is the beating heart of the country's premium winemaking. Flowing from high mountain peaks all the way to the Atlantic coast, the River Duero breathes life into the surrounding vineyards. Its most famous stretch is Ribera del Duero (literally translating to "banks of the Duero"), a spectacular region anchored by some of Spain's most legendary and sought-after estates.
The secret to the spectacular Spanish wines produced here lies in the dramatic landscape. Despite the gentle rolling hills, these vineyards sit at incredibly high altitudes. The brilliant sunshine of the hot Spanish days perfectly ripens the grapes, while the freezing nights ensure they retain a wonderful, mouth-watering freshness. This extreme climate is absolutely perfect for the native Tempranillo grape. In Ribera del Duero and the neighbouring Toro region, Tempranillo produces red wines that are rich, powerful, and deeply intense. They are the ultimate companion for a weekend barbecue or a slow-roasted shoulder of lamb.
While the valley is celebrated for its monumental reds, it is also home to some of Spain's most exciting white wines. Just across the river, the Rueda region has claimed the international spotlight with its brilliant Verdejo grape. These white wines offer a fantastic alternative to Sauvignon Blanc, bursting with crisp citrus aromas and a lovely, textured pear finish. The valley's phenomenal success has also shone a light on emerging neighbouring areas like Cigales, which is shedding its history of purely rosé production to craft some seriously impressive, fruit-forward reds.
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Raúl Pérez Ultreia `Saint Jacques` 2023
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A wonderfully fresh, vibrant red field blend packed with crushed wild berries and floral energy...
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Condado de Haza Alenza Gran Reserva 2018
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A profound and rare Spanish red crafted using traditional methods for incredible depth and character...
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Tinto Pesquera Janus Gran Reserva 2018
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An incredibly rare, legendary Spanish red that perfectly blends ancient traditions with brilliant modern winemaking...
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Bodegas y Vinedos Alnardo Psi 2023
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Vibrant old vine Spanish red bursting with ripe dark cherry, juicy plum, and warm spice...
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Tinto Pesquera MXI 2020
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Pure Tempranillo from the highlands of Pesquera created by the new generation of Familia Fernández Rivera...
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Javier Sanz Rey Santo Verdejo 2024
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A fresh & zesty Spanish white made from the Verdejo grape; perfect for the Everyday!...
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Javier Sanz Verdejo 2025
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Flavours of melon & green apple enhanced by candied citrus fruit, full flavoured & refreshing...
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Aalto Pagos Seleccionados Ribera del Duero 2021
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PS qualitatively sits with the likes of Pingus & Vega, but at a snip of the price!...
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Vega Sicilia Alión Ribera del Duero 2021
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An intense, fleshy & complex wine but with Alión's hallmark elegance and succulence...
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Vega Sicila Valbuena 5º 2019
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Aged over 5 winters Valbuena 5º is the purest expression of red wine at Vega Sicilia...
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Vega Sicilia Unico Ribera del Duero
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Vega Sicilia's flagship red wine & world-renowned icon...
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Telmo Rodríguez Gago Tinta de Toro 2019
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Elegant, silky, dark & spicy this is a beautifully made Tinta de Toro...
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Telmo Rodríguez Dehesa Gago 2021
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Telmo Rodríguez works his magic in the Toro DO with this sumptuous Spanish red...
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Pintia Toro by Vega Sicilia
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Vega Sicilia’s bold Toro masterpiece, Pintia delivers intense dark fruit power with legendary Spanish elegance...
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Áster El Espino 2020
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Fresh, elegant & succulent this is an outstanding example of contemporary Ribera del Duero...
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Aalto Blanco de Parcela Fuente de las Hontanillas 2021
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Aalto's first white wine is a highly impressive & satisfying oak aged Verdejo...
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Dehesa La Granja Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León 2020
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Silky, elegant & deliciously rich; perhaps one of the best value wines in Spain!...
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Condado de Haza Ribera del Duero Crianza 2020
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A full-bodied Tempranillo with a silky palate & long creamy finish...
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Valdaya El Valiente 2022
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Rich, fruity and silky smooth, yet retaining the classic Valdaya elegance & freshness...
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Valdaya Mirum 2020
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Opulent, silky & supremely elegant Mirum is considered one of the great wines of Spain...
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Valdaya Ribera del Duero 2019
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An elegant, silky-smooth, pure Tinto Fino from high altitude vineyards in Ribera...
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Finca Villacreces Ribera del Duero 2019
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Described by Robert Parker as “the hidden jewel of Ribera del Duero"...
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Finca Villacreces Pruno 2022
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Hailed as the best Spanish wine under $20 by Robert Parker...
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Tinto Pesquera Reserva 2020
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An elegant, fine and silky Tempranillo with a formidable long finish...
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Tinto Pesquera Crianza 2022
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Pure Tempranillo appreciated by the most demanding palates for over 40 years...
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Aalto 2022
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One of the most desirable wines produced in Ribera del Duero...
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Telmo Rodríguez Basa Blanco 2023
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One of the world's best value white wines, a refreshing blend of Verdejo & Viura...
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Telmo Rodríguez El Transistor Verdejo 2022
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Telmo Rodríguez's ultimate expression of the Verdejo grape...
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Soto Manrique La Transición Garnacha 2021
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Modern bang-on trend lighter style of Garnacha that displays an almost Pinot-like elegance...
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Soto Manrique La Viña de Ayer Albillo Real 2023
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An aromatic white wine made from sixty-year old bush vines of indigenous Albillo Real...
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Bodegas Resalte de Peñafiel Resalte Vendimia Seleccionada 2021
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The youngest, freshest and most original wine in the Resalte portfolio...
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Bodegas Resalte de Peñafiel Origen de Resalte Crianza 2021
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Complex, with savoury notes enveloped in exquisitely integrated cedar oak, polished & beautifully balanced...
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Bodegas Resalte de Peñafiel Peña Roble Reserva 2018
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An intense & complex wine with delicious aromas of ripe, dark fruits, liquorice & spice...
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Bodegas Resalte de Peñafiel Peña Roble Joven 2024
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A modern wine with a smooth texture, hints of spice & long finish...
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Finca Montepedroso Verdejo 2023
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A silky smooth Verdejo that offers a great alternative to Sauvignon Blanc...
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Áster Finca el Otero 2019
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A succulent, rich and powerful Tempranillo of the highest pedigree...
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Áster Reserva 2021
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Award winning Tempranillo from Spain's Ribera del Duero...
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