| Denomination
of Origin: Vino de la Tierra de Castilla.
Grape Varieties: 100% Syrah.
Alcohol Content: 14%.
Ageing: 6 months in French oak (Allier,
medium toast, 100% new).
Winemaking: Fermentation at a controlled
temperature of between 22 and 27oC with selected yeast. Total maceration
between 25 and 28 days. Induced malolactic fermentation in Franch oak
barrels followed by 6 months of aging.
Total Acidity: 5,90 gr/l.
pH: 3,45.
Winery: BODEGAS
CASTIBLANQUE is a family-owned estate in Castilla-La Mancha, comprised
of a recently renovated winery situated in a XIXth century cellar and
120 hectares of vineyards planted with Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon,
Syrah, Garnacha, Chardonnay, Macabeo, Airén and other experimental
varieties.
Tasting notes:
Color: Clean and clean. Intense ripe
plum color with voilet hints.
Nose: Delicate aromas of licorice
and balsamic toasted notes with a touch of cocoa anf coffee. Very expressive.
Mouth: Mineral with hints of ripe
red fruits and licorice. Pleasant and persistent finish with balanced
tannins that open up in the mouth.
Serving temperature: 18°-20°
C.
Food pairing: This robust wine calls
for red meat and its layered complexity makes it suitable for asian
and fusion cuisine flavors.
Awards by previous vintages:
- Gold Medal at "Concours Mondial de Bruxelles"
- Gold Medal at "International Wine Challenge"
- Silver Medal, Best In Class, “International Wine and Spirits
Competition”
- Silver Medal, "Syrah du Monde"
- Gold medal "Best of Class". Intenational Wine & Spirits
Competition. London.
- Commended Wine. Decanter World Wine Awards 2005. London.
- Silver Medal. Salón Internacional del Vino, 2004. Madrid.
- Gold Medal. International Challenge "Mundus Vini 2005".
Germany.
- Best Score as Syrah Monovarietal. Gourmets Guide 2006. Spain.
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