2010 Imperio Gran Reserva Bodegas Navarro Lopez

Imperio are fantastic value wines from Valdepenas in Spain made by respected producer Bodegas Navarro Lopez. Using exclusively Tempranillo grapes, the wines deliver a fully mature style as they have seen significant time in old oak barrels. If these wines were from Rioja you'd expect to pay much more!

A dark red/ garnet colour with russet undertones. On the nose it has spicy aromas of black pepper and clove alongside balsamic, toasted and coffee notes. On the palate it is well rounded and structured, full bodied, smooth and full of red berry fruit flavours. Pair with red meat, game, stews, cured meats, pates and mature cheeses.