Valdiniebla Vino Clarete 2021

Wine Description for Valdiniebla Vino Clarete 2021 by Jimenez – Landi

Colour & Appearance

Translucent, vibrant ruby red with violet reflections – almost Burgundian in its transparency. The distinct lightening towards the rim reveals the lightness and elegance of this extraordinary Clarete.

Nose

An aromatic fireworks display of redcurrants, wild raspberries and rosehips, played upon by elderflower and rose petals. These are joined by ivy, earthy notes and a fascinating maltiness. The subtle fruit sweetness and herbal finesse immediately make you eager for the first sip.

Palate

Enchanting and refreshing in equal measure: the vibrant acidity dances with delicate fruit sweetness, carried by a silky, fine tannin structure. Burgundian elegance meets Mediterranean fruitiness – a wine to dream about and savour, which prioritises finesse over power.

Finish

Elegant and fading with red berries and a refreshing herbal note that lingers long. The tannins remain discreet in the background and underline the noble restraint of this special Clarete.

Terroir & Origin

The 20-year-old vines are rooted at 550 to 650 metres altitude on granite-rich sandy soil in Mentrida. These barren soils and the altitude lend the wine its characteristic freshness and mineral precision.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Biodynamic viticulture, hand-harvested and spontaneous fermentation with wild yeasts in stainless steel tank. Ageing takes place in French barriques and large wooden casks. The blend of Grenache, Muscat and Claret is bottled unfiltered and unstabilised – only 2,261 bottles of this rarity are produced.

Food Pairing Suggestions

Lightly chilled (14-16°C) and decanted, it is a poem with beetroot salad with raspberries and fresh cheese, prawns with candied cherry tomatoes or rabbit with rosehip sauce. In general, it pairs perfectly with dishes that mirror its fruitiness and elegance.

Special Features

An authentic Clarete – that almost forgotten Spanish wine style between red and rosé. With this biodynamic jewel, Jiménez-Landi proves that Mentrida has far more to offer than robust red wines. Pure drinking pleasure with soul.