AltoLandon Rosalía 2020

AltoLandon Rosalía 2020

AltoLandon Rosalía 2020 is a top organic wine from the AltoLandon winery in the Manchuela region of eastern Spain. The wine is named after the winery's owner, Rosalía Molina, and is only produced in particularly good vintages in very limited quantities.

The grapes for this wine come from high-altitude vineyards at approximately 1,100 meters above sea level , which is among the highest vineyards in Spain. The cool climate, combined with calcareous and clayey soils, gives the grapes a unique balance between power, freshness and aromatic intensity. The wine is made from a blend of Syrah and Malbec (often dominated by Syrah), which is vinified naturally with minimal intervention and aged in French oak barrels for up to 18 months.

In the glass, Rosalía 2020 appears deep ruby ​​red with violet reflections .

The aroma is intense and complex with notes of dark cherries, blackberries, blueberries and violets , supported by licorice, smoky notes, spices and a touch of minerality from the high-altitude terroir.

The palate is full-bodied and powerful, yet silky and elegant. Layers of ripe dark berries, chocolate, coffee and black pepper develop in the mouth, while the tannins are ripe and well-integrated. The acidity is fresh and provides a nice balance that lifts the intensity of the wine. The finish is long, complex and mineral , with a fine combination of fruit and barrel spices.

Alcohol content: approximately 14.5%
Ageing: 18 months in French oak barrels, then bottle aging.

Food pairing: A wine for grilled beef, lamb, game, spicy dishes and hearty stews , but also ideal for mature hard cheeses.

Serving: Should be enjoyed at 16–18 °C and decanted well in advance to allow the wine's full complexity to unfold. The wine is ready to drink now, but can develop further over the next 10–12 years.