COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Garnacha
PRODUCER
Bodegas San Alejandro
REGION
Aragón
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Marqués de Nombrevilla Garnacha is a red wine from the Calatayud DOP in Aragón, Spain, produced by Bodegas San Alejandro. The wine is made from 100% Garnacha grapes. Bodegas San Alejandro is a cooperative established in 1962, representing 150 growers and managing 950 hectares of vineyards. Their focus is on highlighting the unique terroir of Calatayud, which is characterized by high-altitude vineyards and an extreme continental climate. The vineyards are situated between 700 and 1,100 meters above sea level, with some vines exceeding 100 years in age. The cooperative's philosophy centers on sustainable practices and respecting the environment. The wine is distributed internationally, reaching over 40 countries.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
14-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyards are planted at altitudes between 700-1100 meters.
Fact 02
Some vines at Bodegas San Alejandro are over 100 years old.
Fact 03
The cooperative manages vines across 1,250 individual plots.
Fact 04
Wines are exported to over 40 countries worldwide.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Marqués de Nombrevilla Garnacha is produced by Bodegas San Alejandro using 100% Garnacha grapes. The winemaking process involves fermentation in concrete tanks with controlled temperatures, employing soft extraction techniques and post-fermentation maceration to achieve balanced color, flavor, and structure. Aging options include concrete tanks for fruit purity or used French oak barrels for added complexity. The grapes are harvested late in the season, typically in October or November, reflecting the high-altitude climate and the late-ripening nature of Garnacha. Bodegas San Alejandro is committed to sustainable viticulture and environmental respect, with a significant portion of their vineyards being organically certified. Practices such as dry farming, manual canopy management, and limited sulfur treatments are employed.
