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Mallaura tinto 2023
Rafael Cambra
A surprising single-vineyard blend of Monastrell and Graciano. Elegant nose with red fruit and floral notes. Compact and intense on the palate, clean with red fruit and refined tannins.
Delicious with (grilled) red meat and strong cheeses.
Appellation
Valencia
Grape variety
, monastrell
Style
Rich & Round
Format
750 ml
No availibility at this moment
€29.95
The winemaker
| Winemaker | Country | Region |
|---|---|---|
| Rafael Cambra | Spain | Valencia |
About the winemaker
Rafael Cambra received his oenology training in Montpellier, which is a breeding ground for the young innovative generation of winemakers in Europe. Back in his' Valencia, he had the opportunity to lease two parcels of vineyard land. On these vineyards cabernet sauvignon, monastrell, grenache and cabernet franc are planted, which are the basis of the ecological wines. Recently, however, Rafael has also begun replanting autochthonous varieties of the region such as arco, bonicaire and forcalla. The results are astounding.
Vineyard management
Practising organics
Details
| Vineyard | The vineyard is located atop the Serra Grossa, near Casa Colaus, on soil rich in calcareous clay and limestone marl at an altitude of 700 meters, facing south, surrounded by pine forests, holm oaks, and olive trees. Planting dates back to around 1995. |
|---|---|
| Vinification | Classic red winemaking in a 2,000-liter stainless steel vat. Approximately 50% is whole bunch, and fermentation lasted approximately 20 days, followed by malolactic fermentation and aging in French oak for 10 months. Only 2,600 bottles produced. |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Ageing potential | up to 10 years after harvest |
| Alcohol percentage | 13% |
| Closure | Natural cork |
