MARQUÉS DE GRIÑÓN AAA
DOMINIO DE VALDEPUSA • SINGLE ESTATE WINE
"The pinnacle of Spanish oenology: a cult wine born from Spain's first 'Pago' vineyard, representing the ultimate expression of elegance, architecture, and aristocratic exclusivity."
1. Identity Profile
- Winery: Marqués de Griñón (Pagos de Familia).
- Origin: D.O. Dominio de Valdepusa, Spain.
- Varietal: Blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Graciano.
- Aging: 20 to 30 months in new French oak.
- Alcohol Content: 15.0% Alc. Vol.
- Format: 750 ml.
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Deep and stately cherry red, almost opaque. Presents a slow, glyceric tear of great concentration, reflecting its superior extract.
Nose: Overwhelming complexity. Reveals layers of ripe black fruits, graphite, pipe tobacco, and a distinct chalky minerality characteristic of the Valdepusa terroir.
Palate: Majestic entry. It possesses great architecture with tannins that feel like pure silk. The finish is infinite, with a perfect harmony between power and refinement.
3. Style and Structure
ARISTOCRATIC BODY [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
LIQUID VELVET [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
INTENSITY AND PERSISTENCE [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
STATUS [ SINGLE ESTATE / CULT WINE ]
4. High-End Pairing
International Cuisine: The ultimate companion for grilled Wagyu, Rossini-style beef tenderloin, or roasted suckling lamb. Its structure demands dishes of great savory intensity.
Mexican Cuisine: Exceptional with artisanal Mole Negro or venison in bitter chocolate sauce. Requires mandatory decanting of at least **2 hours** and serving at **16°C-18°C**.
Curiosities and Serving
What makes Dominio de Valdepusa unique?
It is the first vineyard in Spain to receive its own "Vino de Pago" designation (2002), an acknowledgment granted only to exceptional terroirs that produce wines with an unmistakable personality.
The origin of the name AAA
Beyond a quality rating, the name AAA is a tribute from Carlos Falcó to his three daughters: Alexandra, Tamara, and Ana, symbolizing affection and generational excellence.
