Garnacha
75cl * 14.5% ABV * Rioja, Spain
One of Gomez Cruzado's 'Terroir Selection', Pancrudo is an expression of selected vineyards around Badarán, in southern Rioja Alta. Here the high elevation, limited yield, red iron-rich soil, northern exposure and continental climate produces a wine with distinctive character.
96 Points, Tim Atkin MW, Rioja 2022 Special Report, Feb 2022 'Pancrudo has played an important role in the renaissance of Garnacha in Rioja. Made with fruit from old vines grown on north-facing red clay soils at 650 metres in Badarán, the 2019 has lovely focus and patrician elegance, with serious underlying tannins, stylish 66% new wood, stony reduction and vibrant plum and red cherry fruit.'