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Key facts

Country
Spain
Region
Navarre
Grape
Garnacha
Vintage
2011
Producer
Principe de Viana
Winemaker
Pablo Pávez
Stopper
Screwcap
ABV
14

Label Image

Label for Tesco Finest Garnacha 75cl

Product Details

Tasting Notes

Made from 100%
Garnacha, this rich Spanish red has flavours of black cherry and plum- It’s a great all-rounder, perfect for roast lamb and barbecues – whatever weather April brings.

Storage Instructions

To enjoy this wine at its best, drink within 1 year of purchase.

Expert Opinion

In the press...

Of the 2011 vintage, Terry Kirby said: "Made from Garnacha (or Grenache) vines up to 50 years old grown in the Campo de Borja in the Zaragoza province of northern Spain, this is a really concentrated, rich, smooth red, with loads of character and perfect for the first casseroles of the autumn, particularly if mushrooms are involved. Should get better in the bottle if you buy some to put aside for Christmas."

Terry Kirby - Independent on Sunday 30/09/2012

Of the 2011 vintage, Jane MacQuitty said: “Another rich, seductive, spice and fruit laden, 14 per cent alcohol, new wave Spanish red, this time made from old buy vine garnacha, or Grenache grapes, from Campo de Borja, south of Rioja.”

Jane MacQuitty - The Times 14/04/2012

Background

History

One of the principle and most prestigious wineries in Navarra. The Príncipe de Viana Group was created in 1983. 3 Bodegas, Vineyards in 2 DO’s (Navarra and Rioja), 700 hectares of vineyard. Viticultural management employs the world’s most modern and contemporary technology aiming for ideal vineyard development. Planting is controlled by GPS and laser marking, while vines are monitored by computers viewing soil humidity sensors, local weather stations and daily plant growth data. Modern, sustainable methods and a respect for the natural surroundings are employed, with no soil movement or water course modification

Winemaking details

Pablo Pávez

Regional info

The region lies directly North of the Rioja region, The vineyards are on the lower slopes of the Pyrenees as they descend towards the basin of the river Ebro

Customer Reviews & Ratings

4.3 Stars Based on 25 Reviews

5 Stars

Really worth buying

By clodhorse
20 May 2013
Explorer
Female, aged 55-64

This review is for the 2011 vintage

Plums and dark cherries but not overpowering on the nose. Plummy with cherries and liquorice on the palate. Delightful with Tomato/meaty/chorizo type dishes. Full bodied and heady. Will buy this again. .

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1 Stars

temp me not almost nillo points

By caram
18 April 2013
Explorer
Male, aged 55-64

This review is for the 2011 vintage

nose, caramel, chocolate, Christmas pud, vanilla, bay leaf. great so far. taste, syrupy sweet to sour in 3 seconds some bark. aftertaste, more sourness, tannin, bitterness, antiseptic bark taste right at the end. I sampled this on opening, 1 hour later and with chilli. even the chilli could not disguise the bitterness and sourness. 2/10 for the nose only paid £5 and that was to much, never again

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2 Stars

Old Vine Garnacha

By DougieD
04 April 2013
Novice
Male, aged 55-64

This review is for the 2011 vintage

Had bought before and enjoyed, but follow up order disappointed

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5 Stars

Garnacha

By Gonzo
02 April 2013
Explorer
Male, aged 65 or Over

This review is for the 2011 vintage

Been drinking this for quite a while. It is what it claims to be. Fruity and full of flavour. I stock up when it's on special offer. Quality and taste never vary. truly excellent value.

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5 Stars

Full-bodied and distinctive

By Wanderer50
31 March 2013
Explorer
Male, aged 55-64

This review is for the 2011 vintage

I bought a case of this as it was on offer and I had seen it recommended in the press. I was pleasantly surprised by the quality. Garnacha has a full-bodied yet distinctive taste,but we really enjoyed it. I would buy again.

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4 Stars

Value for money

By Rookie
28 March 2013
Dabbler
Male, aged 65 or Over

This review is for the 2011 vintage

Suitable for most occasions at a budget price Smooth with body and taste

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5 Stars

Everyday red wine

By reggie
24 March 2013
Explorer
Male, aged 65 or Over

This is a nice full bodied spanish red.Full of fruit flavour for those who like a glass of red every day

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3 Stars

Middle of the road

By Simonb63
22 March 2013
Dabbler
Male, aged 45-54

This review is for the 2011 vintage

Nothing really bad with this wine and nothing really special either. Although I didn't refuse a top up I wont be adding it to my list of favourites

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2 Stars

Lacking in body

By Yrsasfriend
03 March 2013
Explorer
Male, aged 55-64

This review is for the 2011 vintage

Fairly non-descript taste. Not much body too. Would not buy again

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5 Stars

Excellent bottle of wine

By Jersey
03 January 2013
Dabbler
Female, aged 45-54

Truly a great bottle of wine which everyone commented on; robust and full of flavour.

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4 Stars

Great wine

By amazing21
29 December 2012
Explorer
Female, aged 55-64

This review is for the 2011 vintage

This wine is soft and fruity, with lots of flavour. I would serve it at room temperature to go with pasta dishes and cheese. It is very good value and has plenty of body.

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5 Stars

Very nice

By Oscar
29 December 2012
Novice
Male, aged 55-64

Tried for the first time and thoroughly enjoyed it. Recommended

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5 Stars

This is a fab wine!

By Clarissa
27 December 2012
Dabbler
Female, aged 35-44

I love this wine, it is full of flavour and has some lovely hints of plum. It is not heavy and easy to drink. I like this wine with cheese, it will also go well with beef and rich meals. I'm normally a Merlot lover but this wine is now my favourite red.

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4 Stars

Easy drinking wine

By RobE
25 December 2012
Dabbler
Male, aged 45-54

A great wine for every day I agree with the other reviewer don t tell to many people as we do not want it to run out The tempranillio is also very good from the same company

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4 Stars

ovg

By lisland
21 December 2012
Explorer
Male, aged 65 or Over

This review is for the 2011 vintage

rich and juicy plummy and yummy a special treat for my tummy, reminds me of a good rioja

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4 Stars

Nice evryday wine

By Crispy
20 December 2012
Explorer
Male, aged 35-44

This review is for the 2011 vintage

This is a nice, easy drinking medium bodied wine that's great for everyday drinking as it's equally good on its own or with food. Really nice and soft in the mouth with gentle fruit flavours to savour, not quite dinner party quality but it's a good value wine that will be enjoyed by beginners and more experienced wine-drinkers alike. Good value at £5 a bottle but I try not to pay more than that for this as it's regularly on offer, I tend to buy this when there's nothing more interesting on special offer.

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5 Stars

Delightful Spanish wine

By mikeamigo
19 December 2012
Dabbler
Male, aged 55-64

This review is for the 2011 vintage

A lovely rich tasting wine which definitely deserves to be in the Finest range

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4 Stars

Good,solid all-rounder.

By Neversaynever
18 December 2012
Dabbler
Male, aged 45-54

This review is for the 2011 vintage

I was pleasantly surprised by this wine. 100% Garnacha is fairly new to me but I found it quite rich and fairly complex. Definitely worth trying another bottle.

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5 Stars

Tesco Finest

By MacK28
17 December 2012
Dabbler
Male, aged 55-64

Managed to double £15 of Tesco vouchers to £30 and had free prompt delivery of the above wine which was excellent. Cannot fault this service!

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5 Stars

Serious value for money

By deliver1
16 December 2012
Expert
Male, aged 55-64

This review is for the 2011 vintage

If this wine is decanted and served to any wine master, they for sure would be initially confused. This wine is showing particularly well as it certainly does not taste Spanish but rather California Baca (Mexico) or in fact anywhere from the Americas. I can strongly recommend it for a generous helping of 'plumtious' fruit, class and style. You might think that it is extremely expensive, but instead affords great value for money. Drink it now before it all goes!

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5 Stars

Consistent and full of flavour

By John134
15 December 2012
Expert
Male, aged 45-54

This review is for the 2011 vintage

Full of flavour with a full body. This can be enjoyed as an everyday drinking wine which goes well with food. It is 100% grenache (garnacha) but it doesn't need any other grape blended. This is not the best wine you will drink but for the price it is great value and I would recommend it. For some years now Tesco's "Old Vines Garnacha" has delivered consistent good value and this version is no exception.

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5 Stars

VERY GOOD

By Pinza
27 November 2012
Dabbler
Male, aged 65 or Over

This was the best of four wines bought with the double vouchers offer. Full body and very satifying.

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5 Stars

Full Red

By Winehead
27 November 2012
Dabbler
Male, aged 65 or Over

This review is for the 2011 vintage

For those who like a full bodied strong (14%) red, slight after taste cherry and plum flavour, ideal with any meat dish or tasty cheese.

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5 Stars

Depth and Breadth to this Excellent Wine

By Euanpl
14 November 2012
Explorer
Male, aged 45-54

This review is for the 2011 vintage

This is a real discovery, from a slightly off radar part of Spain. The wine has depth and breadth of flavour you can savour for a considerable time after sipping. Great with roast meat and I like it with grilled rib eye steak.

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5 Stars

Perfect with lamb dishes

By DeeJay
24 October 2012
Explorer
Male, aged 65 or Over

This review is for the 2011 vintage

I am slighlty reluctant to review this excellent full bodied red as I fear it might sell out and leave me short. It has become my favourite since I discovered it after a recommendation in my local newspaper.

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