COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Syrah, Bobal, Touriga Nacional, Garnacha
PRODUCER
Finca Sandoval
REGION
Castilla-La Mancha
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Salia 2020 is a red wine from the DO Manchuela in Castilla La Mancha, Spain, produced by Finca Sandoval. The wine's name, 'Salia,' is derived from the Latin for the Saja river, referencing the estate's founder. It is crafted from a blend of Syrah, Bobal, Touriga Nacional, and Garnacha, with a focus on old vines and organic viticulture. Finca Sandoval, founded by Víctor de la Serna and now managed by Javi Revert, aims to express the unique terroir of Manchuela. The 2020 vintage is noted for its Mediterranean character, offering a balance of ripeness and freshness.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€21
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
14-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Salia is the Latin name for the Saja river.
Fact 02
The wine features a blend of international (Syrah) and indigenous Spanish grapes.
Fact 03
Vineyards are certified organic and include vines up to 80 years old.
Fact 04
Manchuela's high altitude contributes to significant day-night temperature swings.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Salia 2020 is produced using grapes from certified organic vineyards, many of which are old vines. The harvest is manual, with grapes collected in small boxes. Key winemaking techniques include the co-fermentation of Syrah and Bobal grapes, fermentation with indigenous yeasts in small open vats, and malolactic fermentation entirely in barrel. The wine then undergoes aging for 10-12 months, primarily in 300-liter French oak barrels and some 1000-liter tinajas, contributing to its structure and complexity.
