La Gargantilla Espumoso, a wine that combines tradition and innovation in a limited edition of only 1.979 bottles
At Bodegas Valdemar we are delighted to announce the launch of our first Gran Añada rosé sparkling wine: La Gargantilla Sparkling 2020. This limited edition is the result of ameticulous selection of Grenachevines over 45 years of age. of Garnacha vines over 45 years old, grown on the historic La Gargantilla estate, located in the heart of the Ocón Valley in Rioja.
With an exclusive production of only 1.979 bottles, La Gargantilla Espumoso Gran Añada 2020 reflects the perfect fusion between tradition and innovation, two fundamental pillars of our philosophy. This wine symbolises our commitment to toexplore new forms of expression without losing the essence of the great Rioja wines. expression without losing the essence that characterises the great wines of Rioja.
The unique character of a historic plot of land
The La Gargantilla estate is an emblematic place for our family, planted by the 3rd generation of the Valdemar family at the end of the 70s. Located at an altitude of 580 metres above sea level, its stony soil and the particular microclimate of the Ocón Valley provide optimal conditions for the optimal conditions for the production of wines of exceptional quality. Each cluster has been hand-selected to ensure that this sparkling wine expresses the full potential of the this sparkling wine expresses the full potential of Grenache in Rioja.
According to Antonio Orte, technical director of Bodegas Valdemar: “La Gargantilla is a very unique estate whose Garnacha has been selected cluster by cluster, resulting in a sparkling wine that captures the essence of this variety of this unique variety in our region.”
Freshness, elegance and complexity
Pale pink in colour, La Gargantilla Espumoso Gran Añada 2020 offers fresh red fruit aromas with delicate floral fresh aromas of red fruits with delicate floral nuances. On the palate, its fine, creamy bubbles combine with vibrant acidity and a long finish acidity and a long finish with subtle pastry notes. An elegant and complex wine, ideal to accompany special moments.
This launch not only positions us as pioneers in the creation of Gran Añada sparkling wines in Rioja. of Gran Añada rosé sparkling wines in Rioja, but also expands our range of sparkling wines, which includes the acclaimed Conde Valdemar Finca Alto Cantabria Viñedo Singular. Both wines are examples of Bodegas Valdemar ‘ s commitment to producing unique wines , with character, that connect deeply with the terroir from which they come.
With this new sparkling wine, we reaffirm our dedication to oenological excellence, maintaining the innovative vision that has guided our family for generations.
The sensory profile of La Gargantilla Espumoso Gran Añada 2020 makes it an ideal choice for the most demanding palates . ideal for the most demanding palates.
With a delicate pale pink colour, this sparkling wine offers a vibrant aromatic experience, with fresh notes of red fruits, such as raspberry and strawberry, accompanied by subtle floral nuances that evoke spring in the Ocón Valley.
In the mouth, its creamy texture stands out thanks to a fine and perfectly integrated bubble, which brings smoothness and elegance. The well-balanced and vibrant acidity enhances the freshness of the wine, while hints of pastry and brioche bread, typical of its ageing, add complexity and depth, and brioche bread, which are typical of its ageing, add complexity and depth.
The long, lingering finish leaves a pleasantly refreshing sensation, with echoes of fruit and light saline notes that come from the particular from the particular terroir of the La Gargantilla estate.
This sensory complexity makes La Gargantilla Espumoso Gran Añada 2020 the perfect accompaniment to a wide variety of dishes, from fresh seafood and summer salads to white me ats or creamy desserts.
Ideal both for toasting at special celebrations and to enjoy in quiet moments, this sparkling wine reaffirms Bodegas Valdemar ‘ s commitment to creating unique wines, that fuse the tradition of Rioja with an innovative and contemporary vision.