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LA MANCHA, SPAIN INCLUDES 2 LITRE, VIRGIN, SPANISH TEMPRANILLO CRUSHED GRAPE PACK Tempranillo has long been the star grape of Spain and is grown in several areas, producing many styles. La Mancha: The grapes for our newest Showcase entry are from the vast central plains of La Mancha. The vines are pruned low to the ground and require no trellising. Our La Mancha grapes were hand-harvested from a vineyard that supplies many respected wineries in Spain. La Mancha Tempranillo is characterized by a juicy, fruity quality with bright aromas and flavours of ripe cherries followed by hints of cocoa and spice. It shows a racy texture and is medium-bodied. The style will appeal to those who enjoy modern, approachable style Chianti, Beaujolais or Valpolicella. As a plus, we believe that you will find that our unique oak treatment will add extra complexity and depth that makes our Tempranillo more versatile with food pairings. The Wine: Our oak process yields soft tannins and contributes warm vanilla to the nose as a perfect balance to the dominant cherry aromas and background suggestions of black currant and spice. Flavours echo the aroma with layers of vanilla, currant, coffee and black pepper that linger through the attractive finish. Ageing: While young, the wine profiles its powerful fruit character. After 4-6 months in the bottle, the fruit begins to integrate with the oak and develop a more lush, balanced complexity. Will continue to develop for at least a year. Food pairings: With a few months ageing, the wine will be soft enough to be used as a social sipper while nibbling Spanish-style tapas but with enough grip to pair with barbequed foods, chicken, pork, ham and spicy Indian and TexMex dishes. A natural with the earthy flavours of Spanish Paella. Features: • Vineyard selection and optimal pick date determined by Cellar Craft's on-site representative. • Custom processing over-seen by Cellar Craft expert. • Pack size: 18 Iitres • Contains: 2 litre Crushed Grape Pack: made with virgin, La Mancha Tempranillo grapes. • 2-stage oaking: Hungarian untoasted shavings during primary fermentation plus Hungarian light toast oak cubes during maturation. • No sugar added to the must. • No artificial or non-grape flavourings or enhancers added. • 2 part labels included. • Resource # 140706 |
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