Antonio Hidalgo Selection 'Tradicion H' Gran Reserva, Rioja DOCa, 2015 Spain Sauvignon Blanc - Semillon This Cuvee is vinified partly

This Cuvee is vinified partly in oak barrels (topped up - so not oxidised) and partly in vats

this exudes a clarity and purity that is nearly impossible to find at this price point in a Pinot Noir

exuberant notes of juicy pears

mineral finishes with salty notes

This Chardonnay comes from a lesser-known corner of the Loire Valley

Antonio Hidalgo Selection 'Tradicion H' Gran Reserva, Rioja DOCa, 2015 Spain Sauvignon Blanc - Semillon This Cuvee is vinified partlyHeady aromas of malted milk ball, ripe berry fruits and tobacco are warm and welcoming. Hailing from a warm year, this feels full but playful, with tannins that are only mildly scratchy. Flavors of vanilla, tobacco, butter, herb and dried berry fruit are textbook for Rioja gran reserva, while this takes a while to fully unfold on the finish.