Granuja means mischievous in Spanish.
This strange name is a tribute to Cote's maternal grandfather, Teofilo Reyes, who was the godfather of the Ribera wines, but who was also a joker.
This Granuja is a blend of Tempranillo grapes from 5 different terroirs: two in Ribera del Duero (Gumiel and Baños de Valdearrados), Toro, Cigales and Valtiendas. The result is a surprising synergy between these 5 terroirs and the ultimate expression of what tempranillo can give you in Castille-Leon. A perfect tribute indeed for Teófilo !
Vinification
Harvested in small baskets, then double selection in the bodega. Separate vinification per plot of all grapes coming from 35-180-year-old vines. Soil composition of lime, clay and slate. Then Malolactic fermentation on Burgundy new oak barriques. 14-month élevage on these fantastic oak barrels.
Storage potential
Drink as from 2022
At its best between 2026 and 2029
Enjoy till 2035
To serve
Best decant before serving in a large Bordeaux glass.
Trial analysis
Dark red colour, nearly black, with a nicely shimmering disc.
On the nose, red and black fruit. On the palate, a nice balance between the superb wood notes and the exuberant fruit. And then again, oriental spices (cinnamon, saffron and curry), A long and powerful finish. What a wine!
Flavor profile
Wood
None
Aged in wood barrels
Heavily aged in wood barrels
Acidity
Low acidity
Balanced
High acidity
Fruitiness
Low fruitiness
Balanced
High fruitiness
Structure
Elegant
Balanced
Full-bodied