Peninsula Vinicultores Vino de Montana Sierra de Gata - Sierra de Gredos, Spain

Crafted from the rugged slopes of Spain’s Sistema Central, the 2020 Peninsula Vinicultores Vino de Montaña, Sierra de Gata - Sierra de Gredos, Spain is a vibrant mountain red that reflects the authenticity and elegance of its high-altitude origins. This field blend of Garnacha, Rufete, and Piñuela (Tempranillo) comes from old vines rooted in granite soils at elevation, where cool nights and ancient terroir give rise to wines of remarkable freshness, aromatic lift, and refined structure.

Product Details:

• Varieties: 75% Garnacha, 15% Rufete, 10% Piñuela (Tempranillo)
• Region: Sierra de Gata & Sierra de Gredos, Castilla y León, Spain
• Alcohol: 14% ABV
• Farming Practices: Sustainable, old vine vineyards at high elevation
• Soil: Predominantly blue granite

Sensory Description:

Aromatic and expressive, this mountain red opens with delicate rose petals, red currant, and cherry. On the palate, it shows bright red plum, red licorice, and herbal spice framed by elegant, dusty tannins. The style is more reminiscent of old-world Pinot Noir than traditional Garnacha, supple, savory, and bursting with mouthwatering freshness. Its silky texture and minerality make it both easy to drink and deeply intriguing.

Awards & Accolades:

• 93–95 Points – Wine Direct Tasting Team
• 90 Points – Decanter Magazine
• 90 Points – Peñín Guide
• Wine Direct Staff Pick – “Elegant, ripe, and full of complex flavors.”

Winemaker's Background:

Peninsula Vinicultores was founded on values of authenticity, sustainability, and transparency. The Vino de Montaña project is a testament to these ideals, created to revive the forgotten vineyards of Sierra de Gredos and Sierra de Gata while supporting the communities who tend them. With a philosophy of “sensitive winemaking,” the Peninsula team, led by a cadre of Masters of Wine, champions minimal intervention and maximum site expression across their diverse mountain parcels.

Serving Suggestions:
This versatile red pairs beautifully with grilled lamb, charcuterie, wild mushroom risotto, or rosemary-roasted poultry. Chill slightly to enhance its freshness and serve around 58–62°F to bring out its mountain purity and finesse.

The 2020 Peninsula Vinicultores Vino de Montaña, Sierra de Gata - Sierra de Gredos, Spain is a soulful tribute to Spain’s mountain viticulture—vibrant, honest, and quietly profound. This is a wine to discover, share, and return to often.