COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2017
GRAPE
Monastrell
PRODUCER
Bodegas BSI
REGION
Murcia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
San Isidro Reserva Cast del Picacho is a red wine from the Jumilla D.O.P. in Murcia, Spain, produced by Bodegas BSI. The 2017 vintage benefited from favorable ripening conditions. Bodegas BSI is a producer with a nearly 80-year history, recognized as the world's largest cultivator of Monastrell vines on their original European roots. The Jumilla region's hot, sunny climate is instrumental in shaping the character of its wines, particularly those made from Monastrell.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€13
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Bodegas BSI is the world's largest producer of Monastrell vines on their original European roots (Pie Franco).
Fact 02
Jumilla's climate is arid, with high sunshine hours, perfect for robust grape varietals.
Fact 03
The producer has nearly 80 years of winemaking experience.
Fact 04
This wine is made from 100% Monastrell, a grape known for its deep color and rich fruit.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
San Isidro Reserva Cast del Picacho is produced using traditional winemaking techniques focused on highlighting the Monastrell grape. Key processes include extended maceration to extract color and tannins, followed by controlled fermentation. The wine is then aged in oak barrels, which contributes to its structure and complexity. The 2017 vintage benefited from favorable harvest conditions in the Jumilla region, allowing for optimal grape ripeness.
