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Cune started way back in 1879, and today, it still sits on its original site, in the wine district, Barrio de la Estación, in Haro, Rioja Alta. Their current offerings are quite drinkable and rather reasonably priced, making any of them a great option for your everyday wine.

Cune Crianza NV

Cune 2010 “Crianza” Rioja

Grape(s): 80% Tempranillo, 10% Garnacha Tinta, & 10% Mazuelo

Region: Rioja, Spain

Price: 10-15

Tasting Notes:

Fragrances of cherries, raspberries, and plums mingle with notes of spice and toasty oak on the nose. The palate offers flavors of raspberry, strawberry, and cherry that are accented by woodsy and earthy notes. Light with soft tannins, if you prefer drinking reds before dinner, this bottle will make an ideal aperitif.

Rating: 87

Cune Rosado NV

Cune 2013 “Rosado” Rioja

Grape(s): 100% Tempranillo

Region: Rioja, Spain

Price: 10-15

Tasting Notes:

A bouquet of cherries, cranberries, strawberries greets the senses. Flavors of cherry, cranberry, strawberry envelop the palate, complimented by hints of minerals. A bright wine with a fresh acidity, fans of tart rosé wines should give this bottle a try.

Rating: 88

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Cune 2013 “Monopole” Rioja

Grape(s): 100% Viura

Region: Rioja, Spain

Price: 10-15

Tasting Notes:

Notes of pineapples, grapefruits, and minerals rise up from a glass. A sip delivers flavors of grapefruit, tart pineapple, and mango that unfold into suggestions of minerals and white blossoms. Crisp and lively, enjoy a bottle with your favorite white fish.

Rating: 88