Senda Negra Almansa Garnacha Tintorera Crianza
The color is dark red. It is powerful on the nose with aromas of aromas of ripe fruit, sweet spices, and red berries followed by notes of toasted vanilla. In the mouth it is tasty, complex, and concentrated. "Senda Negra" takes its name from the unpaved road between the vineyard and winery in Almansa, Spain. The road is dyed black from fallen grapes over time.
Classification: Crianza
Grape Varietal: Garnacha Tintorera
Feature: Sustainable
Country: Spain
Region: Castilla-La Mancha
Appellation: Almansa
Grape Profile: Garnacha Tintorera, known internationally as Alicante Bouschet, is a distinctive grape variety that is quite prominent in the Castilla-La Mancha region of Spain. It is one of the few grape varieties with red flesh and juice known as teinturier. Most red grapes have red skins but clear juice.
Region Profile: Castilla-La Mancha is located in central Spain and is one of the largest and most expansive wine regions in Europe. The region is known for its hot, dry climate, which is ideal for vine growing. The low risk of rain and diseases allows for healthy grape growing conditions.
Pair with: Hearty dishes like grilled red meats, stews, game. Rich pasta dishes with meat sauces. Mature aged cheeses like Manchego, Cheddar and Gouda. Roasted vegetables.
