La Maldita Garnacha
Ready for an exceptional value that meets all of your summer grill needs and wonβt break the bank? Here we go.
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Donβt let the name fool you - La Maldita (aka the troubled one) has it all going on - instead of following the pack with Tempranillo in Rioja they decided to highlight the beauty of Garnacha at higher altitudes ranging from 450-700 meters in Tudelilla, Rioja Baja and Cental, Alberite in order to preserve its fresh fruity character. These average 40 year old vines are planted in gravel soils and most certainly at those high altitudes are hand harvested. The grapes then are cold soaked in stainless steel to preserve the varietal character followed by a mix of 70% ageing on the leees for 3 months in stainless steel and the remaining in a mix of French and American oak barrels
This ruby red beauty has fresh aromas of red berries, sweet spice and a soft oak touch. The freshness continues on the palate with juicy red cherry and plum, blueberries, violets, sweet mint, licorice, chocolate and vanilla. The plush tannins are well integrated with the alcohol and bright acidity. Youβll be pouring the second glass before you know it.
This is a $15 steal deal (at LCBO & SAQ for you Canadians) a fruity fun crowd pleasers.
Enjoy on itβs own while you are waiting for those Turkey cheddar burgers or warm spiced beef kebabs to be grilled to perfection, your call. Just open it and enjoy.
