Mesta - Tempranillo

2020 

Tempranillo

Ucles, Spain

Bodega Fontana operates as a negociant, meaning they control all the vineyards their grapes come from without actually owning the land. Despite this, they are able to maintain an organic certification and sustainable practices.The wines in this line are named for The Mesta- a powerful alliance of shepherds in medieval Castile, who controlled the “cañadas”: traditional rights-of-way for migrating sheep.This red is made from 100% Tempranillo grown on 20-year-old vines in loamy-clay soils. It is bright and expressive with notes of red berries, rosemary and a touch of licorice. Pair with Spanish meats and cheeses, vegetarian lasagna or garlic chicken.