Viñas del Vero, Somontano, Spain
Viñas del Vero manages 1,062 hectares of vineyards, some of which we own. Somontano is a very varied region in terms of the soil, ranging from mountainous, scrubland areas to fluvial plains crossed by the river Vero.
Viñas del Vero’s vineyards are divided between 16 different pagos planted with the grape variety best suited to the site’s soil and its particular microclimate. We practise sustainable viticulture, apply organic principles, have reduced the chemical components used, have rationalised our use of water and practise recycling and waste management. In this as yet undiscovered place, in the foothills of the Pyrenees, Viñas del Vero gets the best out of the land, expressed as modern, aromatic wines.
WINEMAKING
On this occasion the Syrah harvest took place in the second week of September, whereas the Garnacha grapes were picked in the first week of October. In both instances the grapes were chilled to 8ºC and the must macerated on its skins for three days prior to starting alcoholic fermentation, for which the temperature was kept under 25ºC. Once fermentation had completed the fermented pulp and skins were removed and pressed then, after the natural decanting processes, the blend of the two wines was made. Lastly, the Viñas del Vero Garnacha Syrah was filtered and bottled.
WINEMAKER’S NOTES
The wine displays violet hues that bring to mind the harvest, grapes and youthfulness. Reminders of the harvest and of must fermenting in the tank come through again on the nose along with ripe red and black fruits and very fresh, clean aromas too. The fruit flavours are abundantly present on the palate. This is an easy-drinking, very rounded wine..
SERVING SUGGESTIONS
This is a wine to enjoy cool, at about 14ºC, either on its own or to accompany light, informal or simply cooked dishes
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