Vertvs Vintage Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo

Winemakers: Bodegas Iranzo
Appellation: D.O. Utiel Requena, Spain
Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon & Tempranillo (50%/50%)
Bottles Produced: ~150.000 bottles

CSPC#: 769566

Production Area: All of the production is obtained from the Estate FINCA CAÑADA HONDA. The production area includes lime soils which are ideal for obtaining colourful wines. Also the sand textures of these lime soils benefit the ripening of the grapes. The vineyard is situated 800 – 850 meters above sea level with an N/SE orientation resulting in maximum sunlight exposure.

Training system: The vines are guided by the Gullot doble system, although the vines are not held. This system enhances the airing of the vines, avoids the emergence of cliptogamic diseases. Also, a shading cover of the vegetation avoids the direct impact of the sun on the vines.

Hectares of Production: 62 hectares

Vinification: Only flower must (not pressed) is used for the elaboration of this wine. The fermentation is controlled at a maximum temperature of 28ºC. The maceration process lasts 14 days approximately. Scraping and crushing with rubber rollers. Vatting, devatting and malolactic fermentation in December.

Alcohol: 12.5% by vol.

Ageing: for about 7 months in steel

Tasting Notes – Tastings.com: Deep ruby black colour. Aromas of baked cherries, cinnamon spiced nuts, and pork fat follow through on a round entry to a dry medium body with dusty mineral and tart blackberry notes. Finishes with a touch of brown apple, soot, and nutskins on the firm tannic fade.

Colour: Intense violet-cherry colour.

Aroma: Clean aroma with hints of ripe red and black fruit, and balsamic, toasted, coffee, mineral, and licorice notes.

Conservation Time: Good Aging potential (2 – 3 years)

Notes: Only Indigenous Yeasts used. Suitable for Vegans. Wine made from USDA National Organic Program Certified Grapes. Certified by ECOCERT – Spain.

Awards:
Wine Enthusiast Magazine
Rated: 86 Points – Best Buy. (Buying Guide Recommendation)

Wine Enthusiast Magazine
Selected 2013 “Top 10 Under $10”

Beverage Tasting Institute (BTI) – www.tastings.com
2012 World Wine Championships Award: Silver Medal
Rated: 87 Points ( Best Buy)
Vintage: 2011

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