This region can produce the best, most interesting fruit especially when care is taken to extract the best from the different soil types. Some of the oldest vines are over 100 years old, an extremely valuable winemaking legacy which is preserved. There is a inextricable linkage between high-quality wines and vines. To ensure the wine grapes can perfectly demonstrate the unique characteristics of the terror in the quality wines, a sustainable viticulture that promotes conservation of the exceptional ecosystem of the region is needed.
CLIMATE
The average annual rainfall is slightly more than 400 mm, the climate is influenced by the Atlantic and the Mediterranean, with the terrain gradually decreasing from west to east. Also the Mediterranean influence increases as we move east towards the coast, with hotter and dryer conditions.
TASTING NOTE
Deep cherry colour with a violet rim denoting its youth. Good aromatic intensity of very ripe red-berry fruit, hints of fine patisserie well integrated with the nuances from the cask. Structured with soft, sweet tannins. A general hint of toasted wood, accompanies all these aromatic and taste sensations. Intense in the mouth and long in the finish.
GRAPES
95% Tempranillo 5% Mazuelo
WINE MAKING METHOD
Stemmed grapes left in cold maceration for three days before the start of alcoholic fermentation. Fermented in stainless steel vats at a controlled temperature of no more than 25°C.
AGING
4 months in American oak casks and 9 months rounding off in the bottle.