El Camino

Although officially rated as 'Very Good,' for us, it is an excellent vintage. Perfect health and ripeness levels have resulted in wines ideal for long aging, with very balanced alcohol content, good acidity, and well-structured tannins.

97% Tempranillo and 3% other varieties such as Mazuelo, Garnacha, and Viura from old bush vines (1.54 ha) with an average age of 80.8 years and a yield of 2,585 kg/ha, located in El Pisón, La Revilla, and Las Naves in Elvillar de Álava.

Hand-harvested in 20 kg crates with optical grape selection. After destemming, the grapes were placed in vats for 12 days at a temperature below 10ºC, undergoing a cold pre-fermentation maceration to enhance the intensity of aromas and color. Following alcoholic fermentation in small, truncated conical tanks at the new Torre de Oña winery for Viñedos Artesanales, malolactic fermentation was completed in 500-liter French oak barrels over 14 months. The wine then rested for 5 months in tanks before the final blend was made and was bottled in July 2023.

Intense ruby-red color with garnet edges, clean and very bright. On the nose, it stands out for its intensity, featuring fine notes of redcurrant, cranberries, and red blackberries, enveloping elegant and delicate aromas of clove, licorice, tobacco, and caramel, derived from its meticulous aging in French oak barrels. On the palate, it is very pleasant, with a refined texture, balanced, and silky, sweet tannins. The finish is remarkably intense, with noble aromas of red forest fruits and spices, also acquired during its aging.

Due to the very limited number of bottles available, the sale of El Camino 2021 will be conducted under strict allocation. You can check its availability by calling +34 945 621 154 or emailing info@torredeona.com.