San Julian Tinto [Organic] 2020

Rioja Alavesa, Spain

Tempranillo (85%), Graciano (5%), Cabernet (5%), Viura (5%) · 2020 · 14% abv

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Production

Hand-selected bunches foot-trodden in open-top barrels with 40% stems. Wild fermentation with native yeasts, followed by 24 months in new French oak and 36 months bottle ageing. Minimal handling, gravity racking only.

Vinyard

From a 1-ha plot of 100+ year-old bush vines on steep limestone slopes at 600 m. Yields are tiny; farming is biodynamic, horses used instead of tractors, ensuring the soils remain alive and balanced.

Pairing

Outstanding with ribeye or beef short ribs. Also works with venison stews where structure and perfume can shine.

Ecological Credentials

Not specified