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Santo Cristo Old Vines Garnacha 2018
Campo de Borja, Aragon, SpainI enjoyed this garnacha last time out, and it is equally charming in 2018. It grows in the warm iron-rich clays of Campo de Borja, from vines at 40+ years, and offers plenty for the price. The nose and attack are fresh with scents of raspberries, dried strawberries, and red cherries. The palate is silky and lush, with similar raspberries streaked with spice and minerals. Impressive for the price. Perfect for hamburgers, beef tacos, grilled vegetables or pulled pork. Great value here. The Santo Cristo co-op was officially founded in 1956 and is now one of the best in Spain, with modern equipment, including a state of the art bottling line, cool underground cellars, and skilled winemakers. One of the reasons it runs so well is that although they have 900 hectares of vineyards and 700 growers, 80% of the vineyards belong to just 30 growers, so it has been easier to get qualitative practices into place.Tasted: 11 August 2022Tasted by: Anthony GismondiPrices:| BC | $16.99 | 750ml | select private retailers |
Grape: Grenache Noir/GarnachaCSPC: 639385UPC: 8413354050539
