Esencia de Habla 2015 1500ml Magnum

Wine Description for Esencia de Habla 2015 1500ml Magnum by Habla

Character

The Esencia de Habla represents the winery’s most ambitious cuvée and combines three Bordeaux grape varieties in the magnum bottle to create a powerful, concentrated expression of Extremadura. The 2015 vintage presents itself with 14.5% alcohol as a dignified, dry red wine that unites the region’s intensity with European finesse. The generous format promises optimal ageing conditions for years to come.

Terroir & Origin

The Extremadura, historically underestimated and today on the rise, offers with its continental climate conditions – hot summers, cool nights – ideal prerequisites for concentrated red wines. Habla has established itself as a pioneer who recognised the potential of this region between Castile and Portugal. The barren soils and extreme climate force the vines to develop deep roots and produce grapes of extraordinary concentration. Here, far removed from established Spanish wine regions, authentic, terroir-driven wine is created.

Grape Variety & Vinification

The blend of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot follows classical Bordeaux tradition, yet interprets the Extremaduran conditions. Cabernet Franc contributes aromatic complexity and elegance, Cabernet Sauvignon provides the structural backbone, whilst Petit Verdot contributes colour, tannin and spice. The vinification is likely geared towards extraction and concentration, with careful maturation that balances fruit intensity with structure. The magnum format underscores the ambition for longevity.

Food Pairing Recommendations

A wine of this stature demands correspondingly powerful dishes: dry-aged beef steaks, braised lamb shoulder or game are ideal companions. Its Iberian origin predestines it for Cochinillo (suckling pig) or Rabo de Toro (oxtail). The Esencia also unfolds its full complexity with aged Manchego or other robust hard cheeses. The tannins and structure easily master fatty, intensely spiced cuisine.