COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Garnacha
PRODUCER
Bodegas y Viñedos Ponce
REGION
Castilla-La Mancha
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
La Xara Garnacha Ponce 2022 is a 100% Garnacha from the Manchuela appellation in Castilla-La Mancha, Spain. The wine originates from the 'Gastón' vineyard, featuring calcareous clay and granite soils, with vines aged 40-50 years. The vineyard is farmed biodynamically. Bodegas y Viñedos Ponce was established by Juan Antonio Ponce in 2005, building on a family legacy. The winery is known for its natural winemaking approach and commitment to biodynamic principles. This wine is noted for its 'Gredos' style Garnacha characteristics, emphasizing brightness and minerality.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€18
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
12-14°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Grapes are hand-harvested into small 20kg baskets.
Fact 02
Fermented with 100% whole clusters and indigenous yeasts.
Fact 03
Aged in French oak barrels and large oak vats.
Fact 04
Bottled unfined and unfiltered.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The 2022 La Xara Garnacha Ponce is produced from biodynamically farmed vines. Grapes are hand-harvested and chilled before fermentation. Vinification involves 100% whole clusters and indigenous yeasts in large oak vats. The wine is aged for seven months in French oak barrels and large oak vats. It is bottled unfined and unfiltered.
