Casa Castillo Las Gravas 2022

Casa Castillo Las Gravas 2022 is a prestigious red wine produced by Bodega Casa Castillo, one of the leading wineries in the D.O.P. Jumilla, in the Region of Murcia, Spain. Made primarily from Monastrell with a small proportion of Garnacha, this wine reflects the distinctive Mediterranean terroir and the philosophy of a winery renowned for its respect for the vineyard and its ability to produce wines of remarkable depth, authenticity and character.

The grapes come from vineyards where Monastrell, Jumilla's emblematic grape variety, plays a leading role. For this vintage, the blend consists mainly of Monastrell from old vines (approximately 60%), together with 30% from vines planted in 2006 and around 7% Garnacha. The combination of vines of different ages contributes concentration, complexity and the distinctive structure associated with great Mediterranean red wines.

The 2022 vintage was marked by particularly challenging weather conditions. It was an exceptionally hot and dry year, with very little rainfall and a severe hailstorm on May 1 that caused significant damage to the vineyards and reduced the harvest by approximately 60%. Earlier-ripening varieties, particularly Syrah and Garnacha, were the most affected, while Monastrell demonstrated greater resistance to these extreme conditions.

These circumstances resulted in a harvest with higher levels of ripeness, producing wines of remarkable concentration and a more austere, structured expression. The winemaking process for Las Gravas 2022 was adapted to the characteristics of the vintage, extending its ageing to approximately 18 months in large oak foudres to encourage balanced development and better integration of its components.

Production was particularly limited, with only 20,000 bottles, approximately half the quantity produced in the previous vintage. Bottled in June 2024, this wine stands out for its depth, firmness and excellent ageing potential, displaying a serious character that will develop beautifully over time.

An excellent accompaniment to red meats, roast lamb, game dishes, traditional stews, grilled meats and aged cheeses. Its structure and depth also make it an ideal match for richly flavoured Mediterranean dishes. Best served between 16 and 18°C. Given its youth and structure, it is advisable to allow the wine to breathe before serving or give it additional time to mature in the bottle to enjoy a more open and harmonious expression.

Casa Castillo Las Gravas 2022 is an excellent choice for those looking to buy wine online and discover one of Jumilla's finest red wines, made from Monastrell and Garnacha, with a distinctive mineral character, limited production and remarkable ageing potential.