At 800 meters above sea level, on the gentle hills that were once the seabed of the Mediterranean and under the shelter of the Sierra del Negrete (Utiel), a unique landscape opens up to the eye. An environment where pines, holm oaks and olive trees join the aromatic notes of thyme, rosemary and fennel that dot the valley and combine to wrap the fruit of the vineyards of the Sarrión-Martínez family, la Bobal. A strong grape that, withstanding extreme climates and apparently infertile limestone soils, cultivated through natural and pioneering processes in the area, offers a fruit full of nuances, elegant and delicate. A grape expression of the soil, the climate, the aromas of the mountains and the proximity of the sea that, together, give the wine its unique Mediterranean character.

Winemaking

Mediterranean mountain vineyard, at 900m altitude. At the Calvestra estate, Requena. Own vineyards on limestone soil with a sandy-loam texture. Cluster selection table, destemming and light crushing. Soft pressing and only the flower must is chosen. Base wine fermentation in stainless steel with native yeast. Minimum 60 months in the bottle with its lees.

Tasting notes

Soft notes of white flower, fennel and thyme on the nose. Notes of dried fruit are also perceived. On the palate it is a creamy, elegant and fresh wine. The good acidity and the integration of its fine bubbles are surprising. Long and persistent finish.

Pairing recommendation

Ideal as an aperitif with salted meats, Iberian ham and seafood, as well as white meats, rice dishes and grilled fish.