The Piqueras family winery, founded in 1915, is located in Almansa , in southeastern Spain, about 60 km from Alicante and the Mediterranean Sea. The vineyards lie within the Almansa DO , which, with its low fertility and rainfall, as well as a continental climate, offers ideal conditions for aromatic wines with intense color.

The grapes are harvested by hand and undergo a long fermentation in stainless steel tanks, followed by 14 months of maturation in 300-liter barrels made of French and American oak.

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The El Abuelo Selección impresses with an intense, deep purple color in the glass. Aromas of ripe black fruits such as blackberries and blackcurrants, complemented by notes of raisins, plums, and a subtle spiciness of vanilla, cinnamon, and cloves, dominate the bouquet. On the palate, powerful yet elegant tannins are perfectly integrated with the oak aromas from the barrels, resulting in a long, silky finish.

Serving suggestion

El Abuelo Selección pairs perfectly with hearty red meat dishes, dishes with porcini mushrooms, braised eggplant, and even chocolate desserts. The ideal serving temperature is between 16°C and 18°C.

Grape varieties

The wine is made from 60% Garnacha Tintorera , 25% Monastrell and 15% Syrah .

Origin

This wine comes from the DO Almansa , a small region in eastern Castilla-La Mancha on the central Spanish plateau, at an altitude of approximately 700 meters above sea level. The climate is continental, with hot summers, significant temperature fluctuations, and up to 2,800 hours of sunshine per year. The soils are poor and calcareous, which imparts minerality to the wines.

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