Unmatched Value from South Africa

2025 Lorinon Rioja Reserva

• 85% Tempranillo with Garnacha and Graciano from Rioja Alta.
• 2 years in French and American barrels.
• Perhaps the most under-appreciated red wine region in the world.
• Perfect for the curious Cab or Bordeaux lover on your list.

Rioja has it all! World class wine. Best-in-class value. Incredible diversity. Widespread availability. This under-the-radar example from Pagos del Camino offers up sweet spice aromatics, intense fruit and a richness usually reserved for bottles 3 times its price. Plus at 10 year old, this reserva is in its prime!

So why aren’t these gems mainstream commodities in every wine-drinking household? Because, while big national brands (you know the ones) are spending millions on advertising and floor space in grocery stores and national chains, folks like Pagos del Camino are tending their vines and making the most beautiful wines they can. And we like that.

93 points, Wine Enthusiast: "Aromas of purple plum, licorice and a touch of black-olive paste waft from the glass. A nice balance of opulent tannins and bold acidity play host to blackberry, Mission fig, orange-zest, fennel-pollen, milk-chocolate and dried thyme flavors. A silky sensation and hint of aniseed linger on the palate." — Mike DeSimone• 85% Tempranillo with Garnacha and Graciano from Rioja Alta.