This fabulous red from Cerrón is a brilliant purple in the glass. With meaty notes that one comes to expect from this grape type, we also have purple fruit, potpourri and liquorice notes. This is inky and rich, with a pencil-shaving, graphite accent on the finish.

Bodegas Cerrón, located in Fuente Álamo, Albacete, Spain, is a winery known for its commitment to regenerative viticulture and adapting to climate change. The winery has gained recognition for its exceptional wines, with critics praising their vibrant and energetic cuvées made from Monastrell grapes blended with other varieties like Blanquilla, Bobal, Forcallat, and Moravia Agria. Bodega Cerrón's focus on sustainable practices and winemaking is evident in their vineyards, as they aim to improve soil health and biodiversity to cope with the challenges posed by climate change in an already very warm part of the Country. The wines are made broadly under the banner of the Jumilla D.O., and overall, this young, pragmatic and forward-thinking team stands out as a winery that not only produces high-quality wines but also prioritises sustainability and innovation in winemaking practices, making it a notable player in the Spanish wine scene.