Baigorri de Garage 2018

Baigorri de Garage 2018 is a high-end "author" red from Rioja Alavesa, Spain, made by Bodegas Baigorri. It's known for its modern approach and gravity-flow winemaking, resulting in an intense, complex profile.

Tim Atkin: If you like your Riojas full-bodied, powerful and concentrated — and there's certainly room for that style when it's as well made as this — De Garage is perfect. Dominated by Tempranillo, with a supporting cast of Garnacha, Graciano and Mazuelo, it's dense, intense and brilliant, with notes of mocha and dark wild berries, and the concentration and acidity to age. 2027-35.

James Suckling: A complex nose with notes of fresh black cherries, blackberries, pepper and a dark earthy touch. It's very juicy and flowing on the palate, medium- to full-bodied, rounded by polished, slightly dusty tannins that spread evenly across the palate. Very long, extended finish. Very enjoyable now, but can also be kept.