Grape variety: Bobal 100%.
Appellation: DOP Utiel-Requena.
Vineyard: Grapes come from the plots “El Pitorral” and “Los Cantos” . The culture system per vertical cordon reduces plant vigor, achieving a lower yield per vine. Also particular pruning technics help reduce the grape size and gain more concentration and more equal maturation. Sustainable agriculture. Clayey-chalky soil and river stones.
Altitude: 750 m.
Harvest: Manual in boxes of 10 kg during the first two weeks of October 2019.
Winemaking: The grapes are cooled down in cold storage at 5 ºC during 24 hours. Destemmed and selection table. Without crushing. Fermentation with their own yeast and maceration without intervention for 3 weeks. Malolactic fermentation in 2000L foudres.
Aging: 14 months in 2000L foudres.
Bottling: November, 2021.
Alcohol: 14.5% vol.
Total production: 3000 bottles.
Formats: 75 cl. / 6 bottles.
Tasting notes: Appearance-Deep bright red cherry colour. The wine’s thick legs come to tint the glass, which gives an idea of its density. Aroma- Intense and elegant, with hints of black wild fruit, spices, balsamics and roasted notes, milk coffee, all wrapped in a soft touch of fine wood. Taste- Meaty, juicy, creamy, with soft tannins, very fruity with hints of black liquorice. It is long and pleasant, with great balance. It has great potential for aging.
Food pairing: All kinds of red meats and game meats, spicy stews, semi-soft and aged cheeses, foie gras, cold cuts and dark chocolate.
Temp. of service: 15-18ºC
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