GRAPE: 50% Monastrell – 30% Tempranillo – 20% Cabernet Sauvignon
D.O.P.: ALMANSA
VINEYARDS: 700-800 metres above sea level, trellised and dry-farmed vines 20-40 years old, organic farming methods, soils poor in nutrients and rich in limestone, low rainfall.
AGEING: 6 months in fine-grained, medium toasted American casks (300 L).
VINIFICATION: Our Monastrell, Tempranillo and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes at altitude are obtained from 20-40 year old trellised and goblet-trained vines. The grapes are harvested from the end of September. Maceration with a gradual increase in temperature to 25ºC for 4-5 days to preserve the fruit and soften the tannins, followed by fermentation at low temperature for about 15 days.
Tasting Note
Medium-bodied, savoury with lively sensations emerging on the palate and aromas of plums, sultanas, black pepper and leather on the nose, good acidity, very balanced and silky on the palate. Elegant.
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Gastronomy
It can be drunk on its own or accompanied with tapas, roasts, grilled or fried foods, grilled red meats, cured meats (ham, chorizo, etc.) and cured and semi-cured cheeses.
It is recommended to serve at 16-18º C.