Atteca Old Vines 2018

With headquarters in the village of Ateca, in the province of Zaragoza, fourteen Km away from Calatayud. Old vines of Garnacha, up to 85 years are planted on hillsides at about 1000 m. altitude. Most vineyards have gravely clay loams. The clay is at depth and allows for the vines to obtain moisture and be dry grown . After a controlled temperature fermentation in stainless steel, the wine stayed for 10 months in french oak barrels. Rich morello cherry and plum flavors are accented by mint, orange peel and sassafras notes in this expressive red, with medium velvety tannins and smoky finish.