The 2022 Bodegas Olivares Altos de la Hoya Jumilla was a Merchant's Pick
Crazy Good Spanish Red • Back Up The Truck!
January 17, 2025
“How good is crazy good?” Answer: Silly good for the money! Bodegas Olivares Alto de La Hoya is "the single best weeknight pour I've ever had." Steven Bedrosian
Once you taste for yourself, you will agree.
Re-tasted twice since we last featured it, it is more impressive than we originally mentioned. Readers will relish its dark fruit with smooth, fine tannins all wrapped in a plushy, juicy - well made - wine.
And all for $15 bucks! Buy by the case(s), this wine is underpriced for its tremendous value and quality.
Altos de la Hoya showcases ripe black fruit aromas, complemented by Mediterranean herbs and a subtle touch of spice. A whisper of smoky oak adds depth, rounding out its smooth, plush finish. Juicy, round, and fleshy on the palate, the tannins are seamlessly integrated, while the limestone soil lends a refined texture. This everyday red achieves a perfect balance between structure and approachability, making it an ideal choice for both immediate enjoyment and grabbing it out of your pantry for any occasion.
Altos de la Hoya is an old vine, coastal Spanish wine with estate vines that date back to 1872! Mostly Monastrell (Mouvedre in France), a dash of Garnacha is added to brighten the wine. Think Rhone red - but better!
Turn your Thursday night skirt steak or Saturday evening fajitas into a new experience.
Taking it easy with takeout? Altos de la Hoya!
Grilling some beef, pork or lamb with rosemary & sage? Altos de la Hoya!
Herbed potato rosti? Altos de la Hoya!
Bodegas Olivares Alto de La Hoya offers you the every day, every occasion wine of your dreams, and for a silly good value and steal!
When we say "back up the truck," this means "you need a bigger truck!"
Repeat: Buy by the case(s). We already have for ourselves!
Enjoy!