The Rioja Explorer Pack
The Rioja Explorer Pack
Tasting Notes
Showcasing the depth and diversity of modern Rioja, this carefully curated collection brings together four outstanding expressions from two of the region's most respected producers. From vibrant, contemporary Tempranillo to long-aged Gran Reserva, the selection captures Rioja's unique ability to combine freshness, complexity and exceptional ageing potential.
Viñedos del Contino & Guillaume Thienpont Chorus Rioja 2024 offers a youthful, fruit-driven interpretation of Rioja, bursting with ripe red berries, floral aromatics and subtle spice. Crafted with precision, it highlights the growing movement towards fresher, terroir-focused wines. At the other end of the spectrum, the Faustino Icon Edition Rioja Gran Reserva 2017 is a powerful yet refined flagship, earning an impressive 96 points from Wine Enthusiast for its layered black fruit, cedar, mint and polished structure.
The Faustino I "75 Aniversario" Rioja Gran Reserva 2017 celebrates one of Spain's iconic wineries, combining mature Tempranillo fruit with classic American and French oak influences to deliver remarkable harmony, savoury complexity and a persistent finish. Completing the case, Faustino V Rioja Reserva 2019 is a benchmark Reserva, balancing generous dark fruit with notes of dried herbs, spice and fine-grained tannins. The style has consistently impressed critics, while recent releases have continued to earn strong acclaim for their quality and value.