TECHNICAL INFO

Varietal/Blend:  50% Monastrell, 50% Marselán

ABV:  13.5%

Vineyard:  This wine, crafted from organically grown grapes in high-altitude vineyards, draws character from clay-loam soils enriched with limestone and organic matter. The vines benefit from a moderate Mediterranean climate and are nestled within native Mediterranean woodland.

Cellar: Aliats Tinto from Bodegas Enguera undergoes a cold maceration for three days before fermentation. It is then aged for three months in second- and third-use French oak barrels, providing a subtle touch of wood and roundness.

CSPC:  888378

Winemakers Note: Intense red color with bluish trim. Intense aromas of fresh fruit, redcurrant, strawberry, blackberry. They also emphasize spicy aromas, peppermint, thyme, as well as clove and pepper of French oak. Light and elegant in the mouth. Very good structure, good acidity and balance. Medium post-taste The wine reflects with its elegance and personality faithfully the characteristics of the wines of Fontanars dels Alforins. The evolution in the bottle is very favorable. Fresh fruit evolves into ripe and slightly compote fruit over time.

What the Critics are saying: 90WE - Cherry blossoms plunge into cola, red raspberry and strawberry on the nose followed by dried cranberry skin, black olive and black plum. The palate is a celebration of black fruit and robustness that tapers into red fruit delicacy with more time in glass. Both strong and forgiving, this wine would be best served with substantial meals including steak, beef stew and croque monsieur. — Reggie Solomon

TECHNICAL INFO

Country:  Spain

Region:  Enguera, Valencia

Appellation:  Valencia DO

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Varietal/Blend:  50% Monastrell, 50% Marselán

Fermentation:  Spontaneous fermentation with native yeasts in old oak puncheons.

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Vineyard & Vine Age:  Bull Swamp and Manilla vineyards in Baw Baw Shire. The vines were planted in 1961 and and 1964 respectively.

ABV:  13.5%

Produced Cases:  50

CSPC:  888378