Clasico Garnacha - Bodegas Borsao

Clasico Garnacha - Bodegas BorsaoThe Borsao Clasico Garnacha Tinto from Bodegas Borsao is a very appealing, berry red wine from Campo de Borja in Spain. It has a great structure, which has earned it many an award. Vinification of the Clasico Garnacha from Bodegas Borsao For many years, Bodegas Borsao has been a first-class, consistent and also extremely sympathetic address for red wines, as one could only wish for. The wines produced here are always clear and fruity, concentrated, always fresh with animating acidity. The 620 or so small producers who have joined together to form this cooperative know how to exploit the full potential of the rustic Campo de Borja region. At an altitude of 350 to 750 meters, they cultivate almost 2,400 hectares of vineyards with very old vines that fortunately survived the phase of new plantings of international grape varieties in the 1980s and 1990s. In the cooperative's wine cellar, chief oenologist José Luis Chueca likes to fall back on tried and tested methods: cement tanks and barriques are used here, and wine is produced according to traditional principles. For Chueca, the quality of the grape is what counts, because there is no substitute for it in the cellar. The autochthonous grape variety Garnacha plays a primary role at Bodegas Borsao; it is believed to have originated in Aragon, as it is also called Tinto Aragonéz in Spain. Over the centuries, the Garnacha has adapted perfectly to the harsh life of Campo de Borja, acknowledging the gentle stress with a tremendous concentration of juice. Slate soils, which were formed by the weathering of the granite formations of the Moncayo Mountains, form the base of the bush vines and provide the unique minerality in the wines. In addition, the very continental climate with dry hot days and cool nights has a positive influence on the formation of the grapes. Too hot temperatures during harvest time are counteracted by the cool north wind El Cierzo , which blows consistently from the Atlantic in spring and fall. The nearby 2,300 meter high mountains with their three characteristic peaks, (Tres Picos) form a natural barrier to the west and help reduce precipitation. Tasting note of the Clasico Garnacha by Bodegas Borsao The Borsao Clasico Garnacha Tinto sparkles a rich ruby red with purple hues. The nose is filled with promising red fruit aromas of fresh raspberries and strawberries, as well as floral nuances. The balanced and rich palate with a beautiful structure leads to a soft finish reminiscent of the typical Garnacha fruit. Serving suggestion to Clasico Garnacha of Bodegas Borsao We recommend this Garnacha with roast pork, strongly flavored steaks and medium-ripe hard cheeses. This multi-award winning wine should be drunk fresh at a serving temperature of 16°C.