Alzania, Finca La Moneda, D.O. Navarra, red wine, 0.75l

Grape variety:
Alzania Finca La Moneda is a cuvée of three varieties – Merlot, Syrah and Garnacha. Merlot brings finesse, fruitiness and velvety tannins to the wine, Syrah adds depth, spiciness and dark fruit aroma, and Garnacha contributes ripe fruitiness, warm body and pleasant structure typical of wines from D.O. Navarra.

Vineyard:
The grapes come from the vineyard surrounding the winery, whose name "La Moneda" refers to a Roman coin found many years ago while working the soil. The vineyards grow on soils with a clay-limestone character typical of Navarra, with a continental climate, marked temperature differences between day and night, and plenty of sunshine, which supports even ripening of the grapes and rich aromatic development.

Production and ageing:
The grapes are processed separately by variety, fermented in small stainless steel tanks and, after fermentation, transferred to barrique barrels. The wine ages 10–14 months in oak barrels of various types (French, American), with the barrels typically 1–3 years old, which helps create harmoniously integrated notes of wood and fruity character.

Aroma and taste:
In the aroma the wine is complex and pronounced, dominated by ripe notes of red and dark fruit such as cherries, plums and blackberries, complemented by spicy, balsamic nuances and delicate touches of wood and vanilla from the oak ageing. As it sits in the glass, spicy and elegant aromatic layers also appear. On the palate it is full and structured, with gently velvety tannins, pleasant acidity and a long, harmonious finish, which leaves an impression of richness and freshness.

Food pairing:
Thanks to its complexity and fullness, this wine pairs wonderfully with red meats, grilled dishes, roasted game, lamb or stronger cheeses, where its structure and fruity character underline the flavour of the dish. The recommended serving temperature is 16–18°C.

Alcohol content: 14.5%
Origin: Spain, D.O. Navarra