COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Monastrell, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah
PRODUCER
Bodegas Juan Gil
REGION
Murcia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Juan Gil Blue Label 2022 is a red wine from Bodegas Juan Gil in the Jumilla DO of Spain. The wine is a blend of Monastrell, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Syrah, with grapes sourced from old vines grown at high altitudes. Bodegas Juan Gil is a family-owned winery with a history dating back to 1916, committed to showcasing native grape varieties and sustainable practices. Jumilla's unique terroir, characterized by arid conditions and poor soils, is instrumental in shaping the character of the grapes.
ALCOHOL
15.0%
AVG. PRICE
€32
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Grapes are sourced from vines aged 30-70 years.
Fact 02
Vineyards are situated at elevations of 700-850 meters.
Fact 03
The winery is solar-powered and aims for 'Zero-Waste'.
Fact 04
Some wine is aged in traditional terracotta amphorae.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Juan Gil Blue Label 2022 involves separate fermentation for each grape variety in small tanks, followed by malolactic fermentation. The wine is then aged for 18 months in new French and American oak barrels. Some sources indicate that a portion of the wine may be aged in terracotta amphorae. The grapes are hand-picked from old vines cultivated using organic and sustainable farming methods. The winery employs solar power and aims for zero-waste production.
