Viñedos Ponce, La Estrecha, D.O. Manchuela, red wine, 0.75l

La Estrecha is a complex and elegant red wine from D.O. Manchuela from the family winery Bodegas y Viñedos Ponce. The grapes come from vineyards 75 years old, planted on limestone-based soil at an altitude of 870 m above sea level, where the continental climate, with hot days, cold nights and low humidity, allows for slow ripening and perfect colouring of the grapes.

Grape variety: Although the main component is Bobal, the vineyards also contain a small amount of Moravia, Autumn Royal and the white variety Marisancho, which give the wine freshness, a delicate fruity structure and elegant nuances.

Ageing and production: Fermentation takes place using natural (indigenous) yeasts in wooden vessels. The wine then ages 11 months in 600-litre barrels, after which it is bottled unfiltered and unfined, so as to preserve its authentic character and terroir expression.

Vineyard: The grapes come from several carefully tended plots, where the terroir, with its limestone base and altitude of 870 m, gives the wine a mineral tone, structure and intense colour.

Tasting notes: The wine has a deep ruby colour, the aroma combines red and dark fruit, delicate spicy tones and herbal accents. On the palate it is harmonious, fresh and elegant, with soft tannins and a long, balanced finish that reflects the terroir and the winemaker's careful work.

Food pairing: Thanks to its complexity and elegant structure, it pairs wonderfully with mature cheeses, game, lamb, poultry, pulses and red meat.

Awards: The wine received 94 points from Robert Parker, confirming its quality and distinctive character among the red wines of the La Manchuela region.

Alcohol content: 13%
Origin: Spain, D.O. Manchuela
Winery: Bodegas y Viñedos Ponce, a family winery founded in the late 1990s, focused on reviving the region's traditional varieties, such as Bobal, Moravia Agria or Albilla, and presenting them to the world.