EL ESPINAL
2022
Aurelio García • Gredos
"The pinnacle of granitic finesse: an extreme-altitude Garnacha, ethereal and crystalline, defining the elegance of the Sierra de Gredos."
Energy and Crystalline Transparency
El Espinal 2022 is a single-vineyard wine that touches perfection in the Sierra de Gredos. Under the expert hand of Aurelio García, this heroic-viticulture Garnacha manifests with an apparent fragility that hides overwhelming energy. It is a vertical-style red, born in granitic sandy soils, which stands out for its mineral depth and a purity that places it among the most exciting wines in current Spanish viticulture. Purchase it with fast shipping and an authenticity guarantee at La Cava Shop.
1. Identity Profile
Winery: Aurelio García.
Origin: Sierra de Gredos, Spain.
Varietal: 100% Garnacha (Old Vines).
Category: Single Vineyard.
SKU: AG-ESPINAL-2022
Volume: 750 ml.
Style: Ethereal and Mineral.
2. Sommelier Notes
Appearance: Extremely pale and brilliant ruby color. Crystalline transparency that prioritizes absolute elegance over color extraction.
Nose: Overwhelming delicacy with notes of red rose, pomegranate, and wild herbs. Presents a cold minerality that evokes gunpowder and wet stone after the rain.
Palate: Silky attack with an airy texture. Kilometer-long, vertical, and saline persistence. A clarity of honest red fruit that thrills with its purity and tension.
3. Character and Tension
4. Service Recommendations
Pairing: Game birds, fine mushroom dishes (porcini), roasted vegetable tarts, delicate risottos, or high-quality washed-rind cheeses.
Glassware: It is highly recommended to use Burgundy-style glasses to allow its complex floral palette to expand.
Temperature: Serve cool, between 14°C and 15°C (57-59°F), to maintain its airy profile and mineral tension.
Technical Sheet and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What makes the Garnacha from El Espinal special?
El Espinal is a single-vineyard wine. Unlike other reds, it seeks maximum lightness and transparency, with a pale color reminiscent of the great Burgundian Pinot Noirs, but with the energy and mineral profile of Gredos granite.
Why is the color so pale?
Aurelio García uses minimal-intervention winemaking and very gentle extractions to preserve elegance. The crystalline ruby color is a sign of purity and an ethereal, vertical style of Garnacha.
How should this wine be served?
Due to its delicate profile, it is recommended to serve it cool, between 14°C and 15°C, preferably in Burgundy-style glasses that allow for greater oxygenation to unfold its floral and mineral complexity.