Viña Zorzal - Navarra DO - Malayeto - Rouge - 2021

Wine:

Awarded 94/100 by Parker, the 2021 red Navarra Malayeto is a captivating wine from a mere 3-hectare parcel of high-quality Grenache, consistently yielding a refined and very fresh juice. In this beautifully mature vintage, it blossoms with aromas of red fruits, peony, and potpourri, underpinned by a delicate and fine texture that is both round and pulpy, with well-integrated tannins. A masterful expression of pure Grenache, exuding finesse and balance. This superb wine can be enjoyed over the next decade. A true favorite of the Selection Committee!

Vinification:

Hand harvested. Alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel and concrete vats. Aged for 12 months in 500-liter barrels and foudres.

Color:

Intense, brilliant ruby red.

Nose:

Fresh, powerful aromas of red and black fruits, blackcurrant and ripe fruit, accented by a touch of pepper and cedar.

Palate:

Full-bodied and velvety, the tannic structure is fresh, with supple tannins revealing a hint of minerality on a long, pleasant finish.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Pata Negra ham, roast poultry, lamb tagine with prunes, Spanish cheeses like Manchego, an aged farmhouse Saint-Nectaire.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2027 and beyond for enthusiasts.

Spain never ceases to amaze and delight us with its treasures, and the Navarre region in the north is a prime example. The high-altitude vineyards here draw the necessary freshness to create diverse expressions of wine.

Viña Zorzal has made its mark in this region, with the talented Antonio Sanz at the helm. For thirty years, this family-run bodega has crafted wines of complete fulfillment, offering exceptional value and pleasure, all centered around local grape varieties.