Los cien vinos con mejor precio del mundo, según Wine Spectator

Han sido la oportunidad de probar  nuevos sabores, experimentar diferentes culturas y expandir nuestros sentidos, asegura la revista estadounidense. Los vinos con buen precio se han convertido este año en una fuente de placer al permitirnos viajar por el mundo, dice Wine Spectator. El 100 Top Values del 2020, que abarca todos los rincones del mundo, está dividido en seis categorías: blancos ligeros, blancos intensos, tintos elegantes, tintos potentes, rosados y espumosos.

Todos los vinos tienen una calificación de 88 puntos o más, un precio de $ 25 (20,50 euros) o menos en Estados Unidos y se elaboran en cantidades lo suficientemente grandes como para estar ampliamente disponibles. La relación muestra en primer lugar su puntuación seguida del precio en ese país norteamericano expresado en dólares. Casi uno de cada cinco (17 de los cien) son españoles. 

Light whites

92 $20 CHAN DE ROSAS ALBARIÑO RIAS BAIXAS CUVÉE ESPECIAL 2018 | Spain | Expressive and energetic, yet almost weightless, this breezes across the palate, with lime blossom, seashore, peach and chalk notes, lively and harmonious. Graceful and long. —T.M.

90 $12 BODEGA CUATRO RAYAS VERDEJO RUEDA 2019 | Spain | Floral and seaspray aromas are alluring in this lively, graceful white, with pear, herbal and chalky flavors brightened by citrus acidity. —T.M.

90 $21 COOPERATIVA VITIVINÍCOLA AROUSANA ALBARIÑO RIAS BAIXAS PACO & LOLA 2018 | Spain | Racy acidity energizes this vibrant white, with leesy blanched almond, tarragon and briny notes that impart a succulent, savory character. Lively and firm. —T.M.

Rich whites

92 $19 BODEGAS GODEVAL GODELLO VALDEORRAS 2018 | Spain | This bold white has a rich texture, backed by firm acidity. Pear and passion fruit flavors are supported by ginger, mineral and spice notes. Shows a tropical character, yet remains focused. —T.M.

89 $13 BODEGAS LAS CEPAS RIOJA WHITE DOMINIO DE LAERTES 2018 | Spain | Distinctive, with a deep gold color and a fleshy texture. Ginger and burnt caramel notes frame quince, roasted pear and brioche flavors. Generous, with enough acidity for balance. Maturana Blanca and Sauvignon Blanc. —T.M.

Elegant reds

93 $20 BODEGAS BERONIA RIOJA RESERVA 2015 | Spain | This round, juicy red is fresh and lively, with black cherry, tangy plum, leafy, toast and vanilla flavors mingling over moderate tannins and orange peel acidity. Bright and accessible. —T.M.

91 $14 CUNE RIOJA CRIANZA 2017 | Spain | This lively red shows depth and energy, with bright berry and cherry flavors mingling with herb, cocoa and toast. Focused and harmonious. Tempranillo blend. —T.M.

90 $16 BODEGAS ORDÓÑEZ MONTSANT ZERRAN 2016 | Spain | This lively red delivers bright, fresh flavors of cherry, berry and vanilla, accented by fresh herb and floral notes. Garnacha blend. —T.M.

Big reds

93 $20 BODEGAS RESALTE DE PEÑAFIEL RIBERA DEL DUERO DE RESTIA CRIANZA SELECTED HARVEST 2015 | Spain | Floral and spice box aromas are enticing, with lively black cherry, orange peel, black tea and mineral following through. Polished tannins and lively acidity keep this focused and balanced. —T.M.

92 $17  VOLVER ALICANTE TARIMA HILL OLD VINES 2017 | Spain | This bold red features a thick, rich texture, with ripe, heady flavors of currant and blackberry preserves, backed by cocoa, espresso and loamy earth notes. Harmonious, in a full-throttle style. —T.M.

91 $15 BODEGAS BORSAO CAMPO DE BORJA BEROLA 2016 | Spain | This red is thick yet fresh, fruit-centered but with savory elements for balance, with blackberry, currant, licorice, cocoa and loamy earth flavors. In the modern style. Grenache blend. —T.M.

90 $15 BODEGAS EGO JUMILLA GORU VERDE 2018 | Spain | Black cherry, plum and cocoa flavors mingle in the round, juicy texture of this red, with smoky and earthy notes adding a savory character. Lively acidity and firm tannins give this focus. —T.M.

Rosé

90 $22 ETXANIZ TXAKOLINA GETARIAKO TXAKOLINA ROSADO TXOMIN ETXANIZ 2019 | Spain | Lightly spritzy, with a sea breeze aroma weaving through blood orange and pink grapefruit flavors. Hondarrabi Zuri and Hondarrabi Beltza. —G.S

89 $12 BODEGAS BRECA VINO DE ESPAÑA ROSÉ 2019 | Spain | A smooth minerality marks the creamy white raspberry, ripe white peach and tangerine zest flavors of this supple and engaging rosado. —G.S. 

89 $13 MARQUÉS DE CÁCERES RIOJA ROSADO 2019 | Spain | Bright, firm and savory, with herbal and briny notes framing berry, cherry and watermelon flavors. Tempranillo and Garnacha Tinta. —T.M.

Sparkling

90 $20 EL CEP BRUT CAVA GELIDA GRAN RESERVA 2015 | Spain | Apricot and tangerine flavors are set on the fine mousse of this expressive Cava, with pastry cream, toasted almond and candied ginger hints. —A.N.

90 $25 JOSEP MARIA RAVENTÓS I BLANC BRUT BLANC DE BLANCS VINO ESPUMOSO 2017 | Spain | Sleek and finely knit, with flavors of crunchy green pear, salted almond and dried white cherry. —A.N.
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