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Bodegas Manzanos, Finca Manzanos Rosado, DOCa Rioja, Spain, 2022

Product code: 7515
Bodegas Manzanos, Finca Manzanos Rosado, DOCa Rioja, Spain, 2022

Producer Profile

On the border between Rioja and Navarra, Victor Manzanos carries on the work of the four generations before him.

With over 250ha of owned vineyards at his disposal, including some of the oldest vines in Rioja, Bodegas Manzanos is fortunately placed to put both the sub-region of Rioja Oriental and the name Manzanos firmly on the map as one of the most important areas and producers in Rioja. This range of wines is a modern take on the traditional landscape of Rioja, championing the native grape varieties, Tempranillo, Viura and Garnacha. The team is the youngest in the region, a talented a group of people with the sole purpose of making wines that people will enjoy.

Viticulture

300ha of vineyards are planted on clay-limestone soil at an average height of 400m above sea level. Meticulous attention to detail in the vineyards, coupled with the extreme climate, offer the perfect conditions for the production of great wines. Grapes are all hand-picked in early October.

Winemaking

Fermentation in stainless steel vats at a controlled temperature with eighteen hours maceration.

Oak Ageing

No oak ageing

Tasting Note

Brilliant rosé colour. Bright strawberries on the nose with a very balanced palate and long finish.

Food Matching

Ideal for rice dishes, fish and light meats.

Technical Details
Varieties:
Garnacha 66%
Tempranillo 34%
Vegetarian Vegan Bottle weight: 391 g
ABV:
13%

Closure:
Screw cap

Colour:
Rose

Style:
Still wine

Case Size:
12 x 75cl