Oaked red blend from Jumilla: Monastrell, Cabernet, Syrah and Garnacha
| Monastrell: non-irrigated, bush vines, spur-pruned, hand harvested, limestone soils, 30-40 years old (average vines age). Combination of different plots located in different sub-zones. Altitude range between 380-680 m.a.s.l. Low density (around 1.400 to 1.600 vines per hectare). Syrah & Cabernet Sauvignon: trellised vines with drip irrigation. Pruning: guyot for Syrah and double cordon royat for Cabernet. Location Syrah: at 550 m.a.s.l. on the valley “Omblancas”, 7 km north-west from Jumilla town. Sandy and clay soil. Planted in 2004. High density (1,20 x 3 m.). Location Cabernet: Estrecho de Marín valley at 380 m.a.s.l. Chalky soil. Garnacha Tintorera: dry-farmed, bush vines, spur-pruned and hand harvested. Located in Estrecho de Marín valley. Clay soil. |
| Fermented in stainless steel vats at temperature controlled of 25 °C, wild yeasts, fining, tangential and sterile filtered (0,65-µm). Ageing: 6 months in 300 l. french oak barrels. New oak, second-fill and third-fill barrels. |
Bright medium ruby color. Attractive nose with different layers, red fruit, licorice, slightly hints of vanilla and cacao. Excelent balance between acidity, tannins, sweetness and alcohol. Medium-bodied red with a exceptional weight and flavours. Ready to drink now but can age considerably.
Best served with “Arroz y conejo”, tapas, hamburgers, pastas (bolognese or carbonara), beef stews, pizzas and terrific for barbecues.
| Brand | Familia Pacheco Barrica |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Bottle capacity | 75 cl |
| Type | Oaked |
| Time in oak | 6 months |
| Varieties | 70% Monastrell, 15% Cabernet Sauv., 10% Syrah y 5% Garnacha Tintorera |
| Alcohol | 14,5 % by vol. |
| Closure | Cork |
| Bottling date | March 2023 |
| Origin appelation | Jumilla, Denominación de Origen Protegida |
| Serving temperature | 16 °C – 18 °C |