Alberto Orte 2021 'Vara y Pulgar' Tintilla, Vino de la Tierra de Cadiz

Vineyard Notes: Located in the Jerez region near the town of Cadiz, southwest Spain by the Atlantic ocean. the soils of these vineyards are composed of the finest white chalk of Jerez by the name of Albariza.

Winemaking Notes: Vara y Pulgar is aged for a total of 18 months. The first 10 months in 40% oak vat and 60% concrete tank of 6,000L followed by additional 8 months in used French oak barrels of 225 liters.

Tasting Notes: Opaque ruby. Smoke- and mineral-accented black and blue fruits, candied flowers and succulent herbs on the highly perfumed nose. Juicy and focused in the mouth, offering concentrated boysenberry, bitter cherry and violet pastille flavors that become sweeter as the wine opens up. The dark berry and floral notes linger on the spicy, very long finish, which is given shape by smooth tannins. -- Josh Raynolds.

Pairing Notes: With roast lamb, spicy sausage or charcuterie in a supporting role, this wine would fare well on the table.