Finca Olcadia Merlot 2004

With a Bronze medal from London's exacting International Wine Challenge, this is an exciting Merlot you can rely on to delight both your palate and pocket.

The high plains of La Mancha offer ideal conditions for great value, quality table wines. A fact that has not gone unnoticed by some of Rioja's top houses. Many are now diversifying by investing heavily in this region. Finca Olcadia is in fact owned by 'Riojan royalty', the Bujanda family who, as you might expect, enforce the most meticulous standards and achieve terrific results.

Plump and juicy with dark, berry fruit flavours and velvety tannins. The generous 14% alcohol is well balanced by the richness of the fruit. Serve at weekend barbecues, or with simple home cooked dishes such as shepherd pie or chilli con carne.

Decanter World Wine Awards 2005, United Kingdom