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Spanish Value Experiment: The Conclusion

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So, the Spanish Value Experiment is over! 23 (The 24th was corked and not replaced) wines from around the country, none from any of the more famous regions and a real wealth of discoveries along the way. If you haven’t been following this mini experiment, it’s worth reading the idea behind it and a list […]

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Wine Review: Gaba do Xil 2015

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*tasting note at the bottom **Part of the ‘Spanish Value Experiment Wine #11 of the Spanish Value Experiment is on slightly more familiar territory for me; a Mencia field-blend from DO Valdeorras in Galicia. Possibly my favourite indigenous Spanish grape, created by one of my favourite wine-makers in Telmo Rodriguez. What’s not to love for […]