Spain
Wines of Spain
Direct Wine’s Spanish selection — classic Tempranillo from Rioja, crisp Albariño from Rías Baixas, organic orange wine from Castilla and traditional-method Cava. Contact us for pricing and availability.
Rioja
Classic Tempranillo from Viña Valoria in Rioja Alta.
Viña Valoria Reserva
Rioja DOCa · Fuenmayor, Rioja Alta
Tempranillo
A traditional Rioja aged in American oak. Classical and silky, with smoky green fig, plum-skin spice, allspice and cardamom. Serve at 17°C, opened half an hour ahead.
Pairs with: Flank steak, roast lamb, wild mushroom risotto, paella
Viña Valoria Crianza
Rioja DOCa
Tempranillo
Bright garnet, with red fruit, cherry, plum and floral notes; sleek and silky, unfolding into black currant and blue fruit with lush, velvety tannins.
Pairs with: Spanish tapas, grilled meats, manchego
Rías Baixas
Fresh, aromatic Albariño from Galicia on Spain’s Atlantic coast.
Viña Almeira Albariño
Rías Baixas DO · Galicia · Bodegas Gallegas
100% Albariño · 12.5% ABV · Unoaked
Delicate aromas of pear and golden delicious apple; stone fruit and pomelo lead to a crisp, elegant lime finish.
Pairs with: Grilled fish, shellfish
Castilla
Organic, modern-style wines from the sunny high plains of central Spain.
Lanzado Organic Orange Wine
Vino de la Tierra de Castilla · Organic · Vegan
Chardonnay · Skin-contact white
An organic, carbon-conscious orange wine: Chardonnay fermented on its skins for a golden-amber color, extra texture and gentle grip, with notes of dried apricot, citrus peel and a hint of spice.
Pairs with: Charcuterie, roast chicken, spiced dishes, aged cheeses
Cava
Traditional-method sparkling wine from Spain.
Reyes de Aragón Brut Reserva
Cava DO · Calatayud · Bodegas Langa
75% Macabeo, 25% Chardonnay · 11.5% ABV
Hand-harvested from stony clay soils and aged 17 months on the lees in bottle. Straw yellow with steely reflections and fine, continuous bubbles; tropical fruit (passion fruit, mango), fresh brioche and light notes of honey and nuts. Dry and unctuous, with good balance between alcohol and acidity.
Pairs with: Aperitif, tapas, seafood, celebrations