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Imperial Gran Reserva 2018

Rioja’s reputation for outstanding quality and exceptional value is exemplified in this latest release from C.V.N.E.: Imperial Gran Reserva 2018 at £240 per 6 IB. The magnum opus of this great Rioja estate, the cool climate conditions of 2018 have brought harmony and freshness even its youth, resulting in some of the highest ever scores for this renowned cuvée, including 95+ from The Wine Advocate, beaten out only by the famed 1947 vintage. Tasting it for ourselves yesterday morning, it was clear to see how the classic ripe, black fruit character and beautifully integrated oak spice has been enlivened by a freshness and definition born of a frosty winter and mild, unhurried summer, which allowed ample time for nuanced fruit character to develop on the vine.  

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Pricing

  • IN BOND prices exclude UK Duty and VAT. Wines can be purchased In Bond for storage in Private Reserves or another bonded warehouse, or for export to non-EU countries. Duty and VAT must be paid before delivery can take place.

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Additional Information

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  • En Primeur wines can only be purchased In Bond. On arrival in the UK these wines can either be stored In Bond in Private Reserves or another bonded warehouse or delivered directly to you. When you decide to take delivery, Duty and VAT at the prevailing rate become payable.

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  • IB: In Bond. These wines have had no UK Duty or VAT paid on them. Wines can be purchased In Bond for storage in Private Reserves or another bonded warehouse, or for export to non-EU countries.

  • DP: Duty Paid. Wines for immediate UK delivery must be purchased Duty Paid. VAT is payable on Duty Paid wines. Wines which have been removed from Bond cannot subsequently be returned to Bond. They must remain Duty Paid but can be purchased as such for storage subject to VAT.

  • EP: En Primeur. These wines are lying in the Domaines’ cellars until shipping. They can only be purchased In Bond. On arrival in the UK these wines can either be stored In Bond in Private Reserves or another bonded warehouse or delivered directly to you. When you decide to take delivery, Duty and VAT at the prevailing rate become payable.