COLOUR
Rosé
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Listán Negro
PRODUCER
El Grifo S.A.
REGION
Canary Islands
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
El Grifo Rosado de Lágrima is a rosé wine from the D.O. Lanzarote in the Canary Islands, Spain. It is made exclusively from the Listán Negro grape variety. The wine's name, 'de Lágrima,' refers to the method of using only the free-run juice, obtained with minimal pressure, to capture the grape's essence. The grapes are cultivated on ancient, ungrafted vines rooted in Lanzarote's unique volcanic soil. These vineyards are protected from harsh winds by traditional volcanic rock walls, a practice known as 'heroic viticulture.' Bodegas El Grifo, the producer, is the oldest winery in the Canary Islands, founded in 1775, and is known for its commitment to showcasing the distinct character of its volcanic terroir.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€22
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
7-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Grapes are grown on ancient, ungrafted vines.
Fact 02
Vineyards are protected by volcanic rock walls.
Fact 03
The name 'de Lágrima' signifies free-run juice.
Fact 04
El Grifo is the oldest winery in the Canary Islands.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
El Grifo Rosado de Lágrima is produced using the 'de Lágrima' method, which involves collecting only the free-run juice from the Listán Negro grapes with minimal pressing. The grapes are hand-harvested to ensure their quality. Fermentation occurs in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures, typically around 17°C, to maintain freshness. Following fermentation, the wine is quickly racked and spends less than a month on its fine lees to enhance its texture. The wine is then clarified and filtered efficiently.
