Producer
The winery was established as a co-operative in 1959. In 2001 it joined with two other progressive, co-operative, cellars in the Campo de Borja region to become the Bodegas Borsao that we know today. Grapes are sourced from over 375 member growers covering 2,400 hectares – nearly a third of the region’s total. Vineyards lie in the undulating foothills of the Moncayo mountain, ranging from around 350m to 800m above sea level. At lower altitudes vines are younger and may require some irrigation, but higher up the slopes the vines are older, unirrigated bush vines.
Grape Variety
85% Garnacha, 10% Syrah and 5% Tempranillo.
From selected 15 to 30 year old vines grown in low yielding hillside vineyards around 600m above sea level. Soils are stony with some sand. The Tempranillo and Syrah grapes are trellised, but Garnacha is bush vine. Harvest usually takes place in the first two weeks of October. Varieties are vinified separately (22-24º C) in stainless steel with 10-15 days maceration.
Food Match
Good accompaniment to meat dishes and can handle spice. Try with chicken and chorizo paella.
Suitable for vegetarians.
Alcohol Percentage
15%
In the Press
Silver – Decanter World Wine Awards 2020 (2019 vintage)
Silver – Sommelier Wine Awards 2017 (2016 vintage)
hewittgareth –
This is fantastic value for money, truly superb at this price point well rounded with plenty of dark fruit and a smooth finish.
Will –
A superbly valued full bodied red. Really enjoyed this and look forward to returning to it soon