TESALIA
ARCOS DE LA FRONTERA 2020
CÁDIZ • SIERRA DE GRAZALEMA • SPAIN
"The jewel of the south: a red of great structure that brings together local and international varieties in Arcos de la Frontera."
Quick Facts
Tesalia 2020 is the flagship wine of Bodega Tesalia, in Arcos de la Frontera (Cádiz): a red of Petit Verdot, Syrah, Tintilla de Rota and Cabernet Sauvignon aged in French oak, fresh, expressive and of great structure.
- Type: dry red, 750 ml
- Origin: Arcos de la Frontera, Cádiz, Spain (Vino de la Tierra de Cádiz)
- Grapes: Petit Verdot, Syrah, Tintilla de Rota and Cabernet Sauvignon, vintage 2020
- Aging: about 12 months in French oak
- Service: 16 °C to 18 °C, decant 45 to 60 minutes
- Shipping and returns: free from $1,499 MXN; 90 days at no cost
Tesalia 2020: A Signature Red from the South of Spain
Tesalia Arcos de la Frontera 2020 is the flagship wine of Bodega Tesalia, the project the English Golding family began in 2007 in Arcos de la Frontera, Cádiz, at the foot of the Sierra de Grazalema. It brings together Petit Verdot, Syrah, Tintilla de Rota (a historic Cádiz variety) and Cabernet Sauvignon, and the winery itself describes it as a fresh, expressive wine of great structure. Buy it at La Cava Shop with free shipping from $1,499 MXN and discover more Spanish red wines and wines of Spain.
1. Technical Details
Winery: Bodega Tesalia.
Origin: Arcos de la Frontera, Cádiz, Spain (Vino de la Tierra de Cádiz).
Vintage: 2020.
Grapes: Petit Verdot, Syrah, Tintilla de Rota and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Aging: About 12 months in French oak barrels.
Style: Full-bodied, structured, persistent red for cellaring.
SKU: ESP-TESALIA-ICONO-2020-750
2. Tasting Notes
Appearance: Dark ruby red of high depth, with bluish and garnet reflections.
Nose: Ripe black fruit (plum, blackberry), with notes of fine wood, cedar, cigar box, tobacco and bitter cocoa.
Palate: Broad, structured entry, fleshy body and firm, fine-grained tannins, with a long finish.
3. Pairing and Moments
Pairing: Its structure calls for dishes with character: marbled beef cuts on the grill, roast lamb, braised oxtail, game and aged cheeses. See the guide to wines for fatty cuts.
- Special celebration: to frame the most important occasions.
- Business: for high-level executive dinners.
- Gift: a select gift for collectors and sommeliers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sensory profile of Tesalia 2020?
It is a fresh, expressive red of great structure: ripe black fruit (plum, blackberry), notes of fine wood, cedar and tobacco, and firm, fine-grained tannins.
Where does it come from and what place does it hold in the winery?
It is the flagship wine of Bodega Tesalia, a project of the Golding family in Arcos de la Frontera (Cádiz), at the foot of the Sierra de Grazalema, with about 12.5 hectares of vineyard.
Does it need decanting?
It is recommended: gently decanting it for 45 to 60 minutes before serving helps its aromas come together.
What cellaring potential does it have?
Because of its structure it can evolve for many years, stored lying down, protected from light and at a constant temperature.
What is the ideal serving temperature?
Between 16 °C and 18 °C.
Where can I buy Tesalia in Mexico?
At La Cava Shop, with free shipping from $1,499 MXN, storage in climate-controlled cellars and 90 days for free returns.