Locos Por El Vino Zismero Garnacha
A ruby tint with enticing aromas of cherries, and redcurrants. On the palate, it reveals a enjoyable freshness of red fruits such as cherries and redcurrants. A short aging in oak rounds off the palate, providing notes of herbs and toast. Produced by Bodegas Alto Moncayo, the “Locos Por El Vino” project aims to expand their range with high-quality, modern, and casual wines produced from the winery’s youngest vineyards. The name “Zismero” is a local term used in the village of Borja, referring to one who is provocative (their words, not mine) and happy, with a complexity and uniqueness that makes its observer think deeply about its light-heartedness.
Classification: DO (Denominación de Origen)
Grape Varietal: Garnacha
Feature: Sustainable
Country: Spain
Region: Aragón
Appellation: Campo de Borja
Grape Profile: Garnacha is a red wine grape variety which thrives in hot, dry conditions. Their wines are known for their rich, fruity character, typically showcasing flavors of ripe red fruit like strawberries, cherries, and raspberries, along with hints of pepper, cinnamon, and leather when matured.
Region Profile: Campo de Borja, located in Aragón, Spain, is often called the “Kingdom of Garnacha” due to its ideal climate and ancient vineyards. The combination of hot, dry summers, high-altitude vineyards (up to 800 meters), and mineral-rich soils results in wines with bold flavors, fine tannins, and impressive structure.
Pair with: Grilled lamb. Barbecued pork. Steaks and grilled meat. Mediterranean cuisine such as vegetable ratatouille, couscous, and tapas. Aromatic cheeses like goat and blue cheeses.
