Wine Spectator Best Spanish Wines Under $20

90 Points Critical Acclaimed by Wine Spectator

Pretty fruit flavors of strawberry and raspberry mingle with vanilla, spice and light herbal notes in this alluring red. The tannins are light but firm, while citrusy acidity keeps this fresh through the vanilla-scented finish.

Bodegas Muriel Reserva 2011 Winemaker Notes

Classic ruby red with hints of a light brick red color. Very complex and intense aroma, with fine scents of aging which are assembled perfectly: vanilla, spices and herbs. Very ripe fruit recollections appear. In the palate, it is a finely balanced wine, with a polished and elegant body, with a long and pleasant aftertaste.

Matches especially well with roasted lamb, cutlets barbequed on vine shoots, fish in sauce recipes, as well as smoked and cured cheese. Excellent wine to accompany chocolate desserts.

91 Points Critical Acclaimed by Wine Spectator

A thick texture carries plum tart, orange peel, toasted vanilla and anise flavors in this ripe version, balanced by juicy acidity. The spicy, berry-scented finish is long and pure.

Palacios Remondo La Montesa 2013 Winemaker Notes

#52 Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2016

Full of Mediterranean orchard fruit aromas including nectarines, pomegranates, and oranges, the palate contains vibrant and rich flavors of ripe red fruit, discrete spice, citrus peel and exotic wood. Meant to enjoy now or age up to 10 years, this consumer-friendly wine is Alvaro’s tribute to Garnacha’s return to its historic homeland. Perfect when enjoyed by the glass on its own, La Montesa’s multi-faceted flavor profile will also pair well with any kind of cuisine.
Meant to enjoy now or age up to 10 years, this wine is very versatile and pairs well with flavorful cuisine.

90 Points Critical Acclaimed Wine Spectator

Smoke, tar and gamy notes give a savory accent to this focused red, whose black cherry, toast and mineral flavors are supported by firm tannins and juicy acidity.

Bodegas Montecillo Rioja Reserva 2010 Winemaker Notes

Clean and brilliant, deep cherry red with russet rim. Spicy notes, vanilla and black fruits mingled with liquorice and mint nuances. Good structure and elegant tannins. Long finish for a sheer class wine.

Montecillo wines are crafted to enjoy a long bottle life; they continue bottle ageing longer than those from other wineries in the region.

This wine is an ideal companion for grilled or barbecued red meat and all types of stew, including slightly spicy dishes. A powerful wine, it also enhances the flavor of rich and fish dishes.

90 Points Critical Acclaimed by Wine Spectator

This dense red delivers currant, licorice, espresso and mineral flavors, supported by well-integrated tannins and fresh acidity. Offers an appealing savory edge.

Bodegas Volver La Mancha Single Vineyard Tempranillo 2014 Winemaker Notes

Saturated ruby color. This wine has a strikingly aromatic nose that offers a pungent array of fruit, floral and herbal scents. Sweet cherry-vanilla and cola flavors coat the palate and are enlivened by juicy acidity. Supple tannins gain strength on the finish, which strongly repeats the cola and floral qualities.

91 Points Critical Acclaimed by Wine Spectator

This red is focused and polished, delivering harmonious flavors of black cherry, olive, smoke and mineral. The tannins are well-integrated, the acidity fresh. A bit reserved, but has depth. Drink now through 2022. Top Value Pick

Winemaker Notes

#58 Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2015
Bright, medium-depth, ruby-red with a pink rim. Very intense aromas, with dominating notes of red berries —raspberries and red currants— against a backdrop of anise, caramel, vanilla, cocoa and balsamic spices. Flavorsome mouthfeel, good structure, pleasant acidity and fine tannins leading to a fresh, agreeable finish. A wine with a pleasant aftertaste of sweet licorice.

90 points Critical Acclaimed by Wine Spectator

This red shows good density, with black cherry, plum, espresso and black olive flavors mingling over firm tannins and balsamic acidity. Stays balanced and focused through the smoky finish.

Palacios Remondo La Vendimia 2015 Winemaker Notes

La Vendimia, meaning “the harvest,” represents the quality potential of Spanish jovenes, wines that have been aged for less than six months in oak barrels. Made by famed Spanish winemaker Alvaro Palacios, whose father founded the Palacios Remondo winery, La Vendimiais is a blend of Spain’s two original star varieties: Garnacha and Tempranillo.
Lively and lucid, this wine has supple aromas of fresh orchard fruit, wild berries and ripe blood oranges. Fruit-forward and round on the palate, the aromas found on the nose are mimicked in the mouth and include additional notes of sweet spice and raspberry jam.

Meant to drink now through the next four years, this consumer-friendly wine can be served slightly chilled and is the perfect accompaniment to any dish.

90 points Critical Acclaimed by Wine Spectator

Fresh and focused, this lively red delivers crunchy flavors of black cherry and red plum, backed by vanilla, toast, floral and mineral notes. Well-integrated tannins and citrusy acidity lend structure.

Burgo Viejo Rioja Crianza 2012 Winemaker Notes

Red ruby color wine with violet tones; well-balanced black fruit-balm like flavors and vanilla. Powerful complex and silky smooth taste in mouth.
Blend: 90% Tempranillo and 10% Graciano

90 Points Critical Acclaimed by Wine Spectator

Rich yet lively, this red delivers ripe flavors of boysenberry and black plum, backed by leafy and orange peel notes and a minerally, smoky finish. Ripe tannins are well-integrated and crisp. Fruity acidity keeps this fresh.

Finca Villacreces Pruno 2015 Winemaker Notes

Deep, black cherry color. Aromas of red fruit embodied with toffee oaky hints from the ageing in French barrel revealing a sweet and fruity wine on the mouth. Reminiscences of ripen fruit and liquorice. It offers up a pleasant and soft aftertaste.

Blend: 90% Tempranillo, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon

90 Critical Acclaimed by Wine Spectator

Plum, spice and dark chocolate flavors mingle with herbal and smoky notes in this plump red. Firm tannins and clean acidity give this structure and balance. Generous, but remains fresh.

Otazu Premium Cuvee 2011 Winemaker Notes

Cherry red in color. The wine has an intense and complex nose dominated by black fruit. Notes of plums and blackberries, cinnamon, nutmeg and balsamic. On the palate, round tannins with an elegant finish of marked fruitiness.

90 points Critical Acclaimed Wine Spectator

Cola, sassafras and clove notes frame a deep core of plum and currant fruit in this dense red. The texture is plush and polished, supported by well-integrated tannins and balsamic acidity. Monastrell and Cabernet Sauvignon.

Bodegas Ego Fuerza 2013 Winemaker Notes

Intense red cherry color with violet shades. Delicate black fruit aroma with high roast and smoky features. Structured, subtle and smart palate, ripe appetizing and sweet tannins marked by elegance.

91 Points Critical Acclaimed by Wine Spectator

This big white is round and polished, with good weight and solid acidity behind the pear, blanched almond and white tea flavors. Ginger and briny notes give this a savory character. A muscular style.

90 Points Critical Acclaimed by Wine Spectator

This racy white has energy and grip. The tangerine and quince flavors are tart but fruity, backed by fennel, mineral and light vanilla notes. Stays focused through the juicy finish.

Avancia Cuvee de O Godello 2015 Winemaker Notes

Cuvee de O Godello expresses the freshest expression of the Valdeorras’ unique slate soils and indigenous clones of Godello. Sur lie ageing and large format barrel fermentation impart a weight and complexity to Cuvee de O that sets it apart.

Bright straw color in the glass with fresh aromas of white flowers and expressive fruit. Flavorful on the palate with fruity characteristics, good acidity, and balance.

91 Points Critical Acclaimed by Wine Spectator

Peach, quince and lime flavors mingle with ginger, briny and mineral notes in this savory white. Mouthwatering acidity gives this energy and drive. Firm and focused.

Bodegas Godeval Godello 2015 Winemaker Notes

Fresh aromas of citrus and bright herbal notes that continue on the palate with green apple and pit fruit flavors that round out the mineral acidity. Extremely versatile at the table – delightful on its own but proves complimentary to a wide array of food, from salads to seafood and beyond.

Bodegas Ontanon Viura Vetiver Rioja Blanco 2014 Winemaker Notes

#62 Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2016

The wine displays subtle hints of a lifted floral component as well as a voluptuous mouth-feel, reminiscent of tropical fruit, grapefruit, a touch of white pepper and toast.

It is well balanced, with a fine line of natural acidity and a round, full bodied profile that pairs perfectly with seafood, fish, cream-based pasta sauces and roast chicken.

91 Points Critical Acclaimed by Wine Spectator

This bold white marries expressive flavors to a muscular texture. Pear and quince notes mingle with brioche, chamomile and dried pineapple details, with juicy acidity and light tannins lending support. Lively now, this should harmonize with time.

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