COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Garnacha
PRODUCER
Vinos del Viento
REGION
Aragón
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Los Ángeles Cruz Alta is a 100% Garnacha red wine from the D.O. Campo de Borja in Aragón, Spain. The wine originates from the 'Cruz Alta' vineyard, a specific site situated in the foothills of the Moncayo volcano, where vines are over 35 years old. Vinos del Viento, the project of American winemaker Michael Cooper, focuses on seeking out high-altitude, old-vine, dry-farmed vineyards. Cooper's philosophy combines innovation and tradition with a commitment to minimal intervention winemaking. The name 'Los Ángeles' is inspired by the winemaker's university city and two grape grower friends named Ángel. The wine is produced following 'Vin méthode nature' guidelines, aiming to express the unique terroir of its origin.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€14
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Named 'Los Ángeles' after winemaker's university city and friends.
Fact 02
'Cruz Alta' is a specific vineyard site, a 'Paraje' or 'Cru'.
Fact 03
Vines are over 35 years old and in organic conversion.
Fact 04
Made following 'Vin méthode nature' guidelines.
FOOD PAIRING
Read more
WINE MAKING PROCESS
Los Ángeles Cruz Alta is produced using 100% Garnacha grapes from the 'Cruz Alta' vineyard. The winemaking process adheres to 'Vin méthode nature' principles, emphasizing minimal intervention. Grapes are hand-harvested from dry-farmed vines that are in organic conversion and cared for with biodynamic preparations. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks using spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts, utilizing only free-run juice. The wine is then aged in oak barrels for 7 to 12 months. Sulfite levels are kept very low, with less than 30 mg/l added. The production is limited, with approximately 3900 bottles released.
