EL ESPINAL
2022
Aurelio García • Gredos
"The pinnacle of granite finesse: an ethereal and crystalline high-altitude Grenache that defines the elegance of the Sierra de Gredos."
Energy and Crystalline Transparency
El Espinal 2022 is a single vineyard wine that approaches perfection in the Sierra de Gredos. Under the expert hand of Aurelio García, this Grenache from heroic viticulture manifests with an apparent fragility that hides an overwhelming energy. It is a vertical-style red, born in granite sandy soils, that stands out for its mineral depth and a purity that places it among the most exciting wines in current Spanish viticulture.
1. Identity Profile
Winery: Aurelio García.
Origin: Sierra de Gredos, Spain.
Varietal: 100% Grenache (Old Vines).
Category: Single Vineyard.
Volume: 750 ml.
Style: Ethereal and Mineral.
2. Sommelier's 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. It presents a cold minerality that evokes gunpowder and wet stone after the rain.
Palate: Silky attack and airy texture. Kilometric, vertical, and saline persistence. A clarity of honest red fruit that excites with its purity and tension.
3. Character and Tension
4. Serving Recommendations
Food Pairing: Feathered game, fine mushroom dishes (porcini), roasted vegetable tarts, delicate risottos, or high-quality washed-rind cheeses.
Glassware: Burgundy type glasses are highly recommended to allow its complex floral palette to expand.
Temperature: Serve chilled, between 14°C and 15°C, to maintain its airy profile and mineral tension.
Technical Sheet and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What makes El Espinal Grenache special?
El Espinal is a unique single vineyard wine. Unlike other reds, it seeks maximum lightness and transparency, with a pale color reminiscent of great Burgundy Pinot Noir, but with the energy and mineral profile of Gredos granite.
Why is its 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 Grenache style.
How should this wine be served?
Due to its delicate profile, it is recommended to serve it chilled, between 14°C and 15°C, preferably in Burgundy-type glasses that allow greater aeration to unleash its floral and mineral complexity.