Pepe Mendoza - Alicante DO - Giro de Abargues - Red - 2020

Wine:

Rated 94+/100 by Parker, the 2020 Red Alicante Giro de Abargues takes Spanish winemaking to new heights. A step above the 2019 vintage, it embodies the irresistible charm of the Mediterranean. Aromas of ripe fruit blend seamlessly with notes of cinnamon, cocoa, dried herbs, and spices, setting the stage for a wine of remarkable finesse. This cuvée highlights an elegant, airy style with subtle balsamic notes, offering a refined and intriguing expression of the region. Its gently extracted, linear profile and delicate texture stay true to its origins, making it an exceptional and captivating choice. Viva España!

Vinification:

Hand-harvested. Maceration of skins and 30% of stalks. Vinification with indigenous yeasts. Aged for 12 months in new French oak and 1-wine barrels.

Color:

An intense red.

Nose:

Beautiful aromatic definition with notes of ripe red fruit, spicy nuances of cinnamon, cocoa and dried maquis herbs.

Palate:

This cuvée showcases a graceful profile with an elegant, refined texture. Its delicate structure and airy, nuanced character highlight its finesse and charm.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Grilled lamb chops, spiced duck breast, pulled pork.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2033

Spain at its best! Led by Enrique Mendoza, one of the country’s superstar winemakers, Pepe Mendoza has quickly become a key figure in the Iberian wine scene. Since 2016, this estate has been producing spectacular wines from 14 hectares of vineyards in the finest areas of Alicante, where ancient vines and native grape varieties thrive against all odds.