Grape Varieties: 50% Old Vine Garnacha, 20% Tempranillo, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 10% Syrah from our own vineyards.
Areas of Production: Originating from our own vineyards within the “Calatayud” Denominación de Origen, at altitudes between 700 and 1000 metres, from the communes of Acered y Castejón de Alarba. The bush-vine Garnacha is an average 60 years old, and limited to 2,500 kilos per hectare, planted on mountainside vineyards of slate and quartzite, giving the wine its mineral notes.
Winemaking: The first selection of grapes takes place in the vineyard. They are handpicked at the optimum moment for each parcel of vines. In 2006, the Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Syrah were picked during the first week of October and the Old Vine Garnacha during the following week. The varieties were vinified separately. They were each fermented between 25º and 28ºC and left on their lees for up to twenty days.
Tasting Notes: Colour deep cherry-red with hints of violet. Aromas of mature, ripe dark fruits, blackcurrent, plums and mulberries. The nose is lifted by sweet spices, including paprika, coffee, cocoa and balsam. The palate has structure, with sweet tannins and a rich meaty texture.
Presentation: Bordeaux Bottle. Antigua Ultra-Violet resistant bottle of 0,75 L. Packed horizontally in cases of 6 bottles.
Gastronomy: Perfect for a wide range of food matches including red meats, game, cold cuts of meat and stews.
Service: Serve at a temperature between 16 º and 18 ºC.
Awards:
Claraval 2001: Silver Medal Zarcillo 2003.
Claraval 2004, Gold Medal Radio Turismo 2006.
Claraval 2006, 91 points, Wine Advocate.
Claraval 2006, Bronze Medal – Best Spn. Wines in Russia 2009
Analytical Data:
Alcohol – 14.5% ABV
Free Sulphur – 30 mg per litre
Volatile Acidity – 0.45 grams per litre
Total Sulphur – 86 mg per litre
Total Acidity – 5,77 grams per litre (Tartaric)
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