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Bodega Las Virtudes 'Vinolopo' Rosé 2023
Primary flavours
Berries
Cherry
Redcurrant
Liquorice
Meat
Savoury
Details
Made from the Monastrell grape - which thrives in this part of Spain - this is a delicate rosé with lovely redcurrant fruit notes and liquorice. Clean, crisp and refreshing, a surefire hit!
Bodega Las Virtudes hail from Alicante in Spain's southeast. This is such a beautiful Mediterranean landscape and a place you must visit! If you're not planning on being the next tourist, these captivating wines have the power to take you straight to them. Close your eyes and soak in the sunshine of your imagination, as you meander down the river Vinalopó that flows through the warm province. The barrel cellar alone showcases hundreds of barrels, all on display, and is in itself a tourist attraction - and one not to be missed. The beating heart of Las Virtude's collective farmers and winegrowers are responsible for some of Alicante's finest vineyards. Organically farmed, these folks are tending to land and each has a special connection to their home, the city of Villena. The collective support for the local economy has proved in difficult times throughout history, to transport valuable raw materials, such as wine grapes, into prestigious products. And not only that, they consciously preserve the landscape, in a traditional way of cultivation that is undoubtedly part of Alicante's heritage.
Bodega Las Virtudes hail from Alicante in Spain's southeast. This is such a beautiful Mediterranean landscape and a place you must visit! If you're not planning on being the next tourist, these captivating wines have the power to take you straight to them. Close your eyes and soak in the sunshine of your imagination, as you meander down the river Vinalopó that flows through the warm province. The barrel cellar alone showcases hundreds of barrels, all on display, and is in itself a tourist attraction - and one not to be missed. The beating heart of Las Virtude's collective farmers and winegrowers are responsible for some of Alicante's finest vineyards. Organically farmed, these folks are tending to land and each has a special connection to their home, the city of Villena. The collective support for the local economy has proved in difficult times throughout history, to transport valuable raw materials, such as wine grapes, into prestigious products. And not only that, they consciously preserve the landscape, in a traditional way of cultivation that is undoubtedly part of Alicante's heritage.
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Taste Profile
This wine’s tasting notes.
Sweetness
lowmediumhigh
Body
lightmediumfull
Fruitiness
nonesomelots
Tannins
lowmediumhigh
Acidity
lowmediumhigh
Oak
nonesomelots
Alcohol
low
(under 12%)medium
(12-14%)high
(14%+)
Taste Summary
This wine’s tasting notes are leaning towards medium bodied, low sweetness, with high acidity, some fruitiness, low tannins, medium alcohol and no oak.
Specs
Region
Alicante
country
Spain
Grape type
Rosé
Wine Maker
Bodega Las Virtudes
Alcohol
12%
Vintage
2023
Cellar period
1-3 years
Closure
Cork (Synthetic)
Production method
Hand Picked
Temperature
Chilled 8°C-10°C
Pairing guide
Who could resist this beautiful rosé from the genius winemakers in Alicante? It’s the perfect expression of Spain’s coastal vineyards, packing in plentiful freshness and soft, summer flavours that are more than welcome in the colder months, too. We loved how well it paired with a puttanesca pasta dish or similar rice-based creation, and it’s a great choice for peri-peri or jerk chicken, ham and cheese croquettes, aged charcuterie like jamon serrano, and anything featuring green olives, capers or tinned sardines. Yum!
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Food
BBQ
White Meat
Aperitif
Pizza
Tastes
Crisp
Fatty
Meaty
Moods
Relaxed
Always A Winner
Seasons
Autumn
Cooler Months
Recipe Matches
Wine region
Alicante, Spain
Alicante is a wine region located on the southeastern coast of Spain, in the province of (who'd have guessed?) Alicante. Known for its warm and sunny climate, the region is a leading producer of bold and flavourful red wines, like Monastrell, as well as crisp and refreshing whites, like Moscatel. The winemakers of Alicante are dedicated to producing high-quality wines that reflect the region's unique terroir and climate, so you can sit back, relax, and savour the taste of Alicante, where the sun-kissed grapes and the Mediterranean Sea come together in every glass of wine!
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