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Selección Especial

2006 Calatayud Garnacha 50%, Tempranillo 20%, Cabernet 20%, Syrah 10%

Claraval Selección Especial is a captivating red wine from the renowned Calatayud region, crafted from an exquisite blend of Garnacha, Tempranillo, Cabernet, and Syrah. This exceptional vintage from 2006 showcases a full-bodied experience, offering a complexity that highlights its well-integrated layers of dark fruit and subtle spice. The acidity is bright and lively, providing a refreshing mouthfeel that complements its prominent fruit intensity, making each sip an enjoyable journey. With notable tannins that lend structure without overpowering the palate, this wine is artfully balanced and showcases the unique terroir of Calatayud. Overall, it is a dry wine that is both elegant and powerful, making it a delightful choice for those who appreciate the richness and depth of Spanish blends.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Leather

Leather

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Mild

Low Pronounced

Region:


Spain
Spain

While its reputation as a serious wine destination was eclipsed by France and Italy for many years, ignoring Spain today means missing out on some of the world's most exciting wines. Enjoying hundreds of miles of sun-kissed coastline and rocky interiors at higher elevations, Spain provides an ideal location for vineyards. Whether it is sparkling cavas from Catalonia, crisp Verdejos from Rueda, sublime Tempranillos from Ribera del Duero or inky Monastrells from Valencia, Spain has many wine styles to explore, all expressing the country's wildly unique terroir.

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