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The Canary Islands wine region is a fascinating and unique winemaking area located off the northwest coast of Africa, though politically a part of Spain. These islands have a long history of viticulture, dating back to the 15th century when the Spanish first introduced vine cultivation. The wines from the Canary Islands have been celebrated for centuries, even finding their way into Shakespeare's works. The region's volcanic soil, diverse microclimates, and ancient grape varieties contribute to the production of distinctive and highly regarded wines.
Geography and Climate
The Canary Islands are an archipelago composed of several islands, with Tenerife, Lanzarote, and La Palma among the most notable for wine production. The region's volcanic terrain provides a rich and porous soil, which is excellent for vine growth. This volcanic influence is a defining characteristic of Canary Islands wines, imparting a unique minerality.
The climate across the islands is varied, ranging from the cooler, wetter north to the hotter, drier south. However, the prevailing winds and the influence of the Atlantic Ocean moderate the climate, making it suitable for viticulture. The islands' vineyards can be found at various altitudes, from sea level up to the slopes of the volcanic mountains, creating a wide range of microclimates and allowing for the cultivation of different grape varieties and wine styles.
Grape Varieties and Wine Styles
The Canary Islands are home to a number of indigenous grape varieties, some of which are found nowhere else in the world. These include:
Listán Blanco and Listán Negro: The most widely planted white and red grapes in the Canary Islands, respectively.
Malvasia Volcánica: A variety particularly associated with Lanzarote, known for producing aromatic and minerally white wines.
Marmajuelo, Gual, and Bujariego (or Albillo Criollo): Other notable white varieties.
Negramoll and Baboso Negro: Red varieties that produce deeply colored and expressive wines.
The wines from the Canary Islands range from crisp, aromatic whites to robust, full-bodied reds. The region also produces some rosés and sweet wines, the latter traditionally made from Malvasia grapes.
Recognition and Appellations
The Canary Islands have several Denominations of Origin (DOs), recognizing the distinct wine-producing areas within the islands. These DOs include:
Tacoronte-Acentejo, Valle de la Orotava, Ycoden-Daute-Isora, and Abona on Tenerife.
La Palma, El Hierro, and La Gomera cover other islands.
Each of these areas has its own specific regulations governing viticulture and winemaking practices, reflecting the diversity of the archipelago's wine production.
Modern Wine Scene
In recent years, Canary Islands wines have gained international acclaim for their quality and uniqueness. The region's winemakers are increasingly focused on sustainable practices, reflecting the islands' delicate ecosystems. Many producers are working with old vines, practicing organic and biodynamic viticulture, and reviving ancient winemaking traditions to create wines that are expressive of their unique terroir.
The Canary Islands' wine region is a captivating blend of history, unique terroir, and dynamic winemaking, offering wine enthusiasts an intriguing array of flavors and styles to explore.
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Red wine made with a blend of the Listán Negro and Syrah grape varieties. Listán Negro brings an Atlantic character that’s fresh and lively while Syrah, grown on our family vineyards, provides the necessary structure for ageing in barrels. Limited production of 17,940 bottles.
Both varietals are made separately and a blending of the two is done prior to malolactic fermentation. This second fermentation takes place in 500-litre French oak barrels with different toast levels in order to increase the complexity and balance between the fruit and the wood. This wine is then aged for six months. It’s then bottle aged for six months, adding roundness and smoothness.
Appearance: Deep burgundy color with medium intensity, clear and bright.
Aroma: Complex thanks to the blending of varietals and its ageing in oak barrels. Notes of red fruits (blackcurrant or raspberry), toasted hints of toffee or caramel, with a decidedly Atlantic character. The Listán Negro grape variety gives it balsamic notes (mint or eucalyptus), making it an even more complex wine.
Taste: Ariana is a fresh, well-balanced, long-lived wine with smooth, round tannins providing structure
El Grifo Lias Malvasia Volcanica is made from 100% Malvasia Volcanica.
Color: Straw yellow, with light golden hues. Clear and bright.
Aroma: Medium-high intensity of a wine in evolution. Fresh, citrus (orange peel) and tropical (passion fruit and mango) fruits. Flowers (orange blossom, jasmine, violets), fennel, and complex aromas such as silex or flint (phosphorus). Yeast autolysis is reminiscent of the aromas of baked goods and yeast. Bottle ageing brings out hints of dried fruits, honey and caramel.
Taste: Full-bodied, with a lengthy and unctuous texture, very strong natural acidity, citrus freshness, mineral notes and saltiness. Persistent finish.
Residual Sugar 0.5 g/L
Total Acidity 6.02 g/L
pH 3.36
Total SO2 91 mg/L
Red wine made with a blend of the Listán Negro and Syrah grape varieties. Listán Negro brings an Atlantic character that’s fresh and lively while Syrah, grown on our family vineyards, provides the necessary structure for ageing in barrels. Limited production of 17,940 bottles.
Both varietals are made separately and a blending of the two is done prior to malolactic fermentation. This second fermentation takes place in 500-litre French oak barrels with different toast levels in order to increase the complexity and balance between the fruit and the wood. This wine is then aged for six months. It’s then bottle aged for six months, adding roundness and smoothness.
Appearance: Deep burgundy color with medium intensity, clear and bright.
Aroma: Complex thanks to the blending of varietals and its ageing in oak barrels. Notes of red fruits (blackcurrant or raspberry), toasted hints of toffee or caramel, with a decidedly Atlantic character. The Listán Negro grape variety gives it balsamic notes (mint or eucalyptus), making it an even more complex wine.
Taste: Ariana is a fresh, well-balanced, long-lived wine with smooth, round tannins providing structure
El Grifo Lias Malvasia Volcanica is made from 100% Malvasia Volcanica.
Color: Straw yellow, with light golden hues. Clear and bright.
Aroma: Medium-high intensity of a wine in evolution. Fresh, citrus (orange peel) and tropical (passion fruit and mango) fruits. Flowers (orange blossom, jasmine, violets), fennel, and complex aromas such as silex or flint (phosphorus). Yeast autolysis is reminiscent of the aromas of baked goods and yeast. Bottle ageing brings out hints of dried fruits, honey and caramel.
Taste: Full-bodied, with a lengthy and unctuous texture, very strong natural acidity, citrus freshness, mineral notes and saltiness. Persistent finish.
Residual Sugar 0.5 g/L
Total Acidity 6.02 g/L
pH 3.36
Total SO2 91 mg/L
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Chateau Batailley Grand Cru is made from 78% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Merlot, 2% Petit Verdot & 1% Cabernet Franc.
Château Batailley is a winery in the Pauillac appellation of the Bordeaux region of France. The wine produced at the estate was classified as one of eighteen Cinquièmes Crus (Fifth Growths) in the Bordeaux Wine Official Classification of 1855.
Garnet-purple colour. Rich and expressive nose, fruity with notes of spices, smoke and vanilla. On the palate, this wine is supple, round, well balanced, with good acidity, a nice fruitiness and nice notes of leather and cedar. Long elegant finish.
Review:
The 2010 Batailley repeated its magnificent showing when poured at the chateau. It has a detailed bouquet of blackberry and cedar, quite backward and seemingly having advanced lite since | tasted in in April 2016. The palate remains full of tension and brimming with energy, delivering classic cedar and tobacco notes toward the persistent finish. Batailley can produce wines that live many decades, and this is clearly one of them. Tasted at the property. Drink 2020-2050
- Neal Martin Vinous 95 Points
Chateau La Nerthe Chateauneuf-du-Pape Rouge is made from Grenache 39%, Mourvédre 33%, Syrah 25%, Cinsault 2%, Others 1%.
Château La Nerthe is one of the oldest estates in Châteauneuf-du-Pape and dates from 1560. Château La Nerthe has 227 acres of vineyards that surround the château and top the renowned La Crau plateau. The terroir is typical of the region. Vineyards run along a slope and grow in sandy-clay soils. The ground is covered by a layer of ‘galets’ – large, round, well-worn stones that were carried down from the Alps by glaciers during the last ice age. All the 13 permitted primary varietals are planted here. Grenache dominates 62% of the vineyards and the average vine age is over 40 years old. The grapes are hand harvested and sorted on tables. The grapes are then put into vats for almost 4 weeks with regular pump overs and punch downs. The must is tasted every day during fermentation to ensure the best extraction of the berry compounds. At the end, the wines are racked into oak vats for malolactic fermentation. The cuvée is then aged in large French oak casks and barrels for 12 months before blending. Bottling takes place 6 months later.
The dark, deep, inky color of the wine shows immediately, stemming from the concentration of the vintage. Nose of blackcurrants, black tea and dried flowers stands out. The mouth is rich, fruity and velvety with an incredibly layered tannic structure. The wine is balanced and pure with strong intense and incredibly long aging potential.
Food Pairing: To drink with lamb or beef stew with ‘grand veneur’ sauce, duck fillet.
- One of the oldest estates in Châteauneuf-du-Pape - dates from 1560
- Estate grown, hand harvested, estate bottled
- Average vine age is 40+ years
- Certified AB Organic
Review:
A focused expression, this wine delivers pure red and black fruits unfolding against a delicate rose-petal backdrop. Silky yet chewy tannins gradually reveal layers of red cherry, pomegranate, spice, violets, and a hint of clove. Its elegance is underscored by fine tannins, suggesting a wine that, while quiet now, holds the promise of revealing its full beauty with time in the bottle. Cellaring through 2028+ before revisiting should prove to be rewarding.
-Wine Enthusiast 93 Points
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