El Nido 2023

This dry red wine from D.O.P. Jumilla, crafted by the El Nido winery, is a blend of Monastrell and Cabernet Sauvignon. It features a robust body, ripe tannins, and a concentrated profile of dark fruit and subtle spices.

Key facts

• Grape variety: Monastrell, Cabernet Sauvignon
• D.O. / Region: D.O.P. Jumilla
• Winery: El Nido
• Soil / Altitude: Northeast-facing hills, altitude above 700 meters
• Ageing / Cellaring potential: Malolactic fermentation in barrels, high cellaring potential

The vineyard

The grapes are sourced from old vineyards situated on northeast-facing slopes at altitudes exceeding 700 meters. The Monastrell vines are up to 90 years old, while the Cabernet Sauvignon vines average 40 years, ensuring low yields and highly concentrated fruit.

Ideal combination

Meat

Meat dishes pair well with full-bodied red wines — they enhance the flavour and soften the richness.

Match

Cheese

Cheeses pair well with wine: hard cheeses with reds, soft and blue cheeses with whites and fortified wines.

Match

Winemaking

Following a manual harvest, fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, with the subsequent malolactic fermentation carried out in oak barrels before bottling.

Why buy it

This red wine stands out for its structure and complexity, making it an excellent pairing for red meats and aged cheeses. Its balance and concentration guarantee superb development in the bottle over the coming years. If you are looking for a prestigious wine for your cellar, you can buy El Nido 2023 online directly from our shop.