Cabernet Sauvignon

Cabernet Sauvignon

Area of production

Valencia is situated near the Mediterranean coast in the east of the country, at an altitude between 250 and 1000 meters. The climate is warm with a strong influence from the Mediterranean Sea. For centuries vines have been grown on the chalky, clay soils which, in combination with long hours of sunshine, produce fruity wines that are well structured with ripe tannins.

Grape Variety

Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaking

The best grapes of Cabernet Sauvignon variety are carefully selected at their optimum ripeness. Cold macerating at 14ºC for 3-5 days using selected yeasts. Fermentation in stainless steel tanks for 8 to 10 days at controlled temperature of 26ºC, followed by malolactic fermentation. The wine is partially aged for 4 months in American oak .

Alcohol Content

12.5%

Tasting Notes

Colour: Deep red colour with purplish notes. Aroma: Intense with fruity aromas of red fruits, and a subtle note of spice. Taste: Very expressive, fruity with soft wooden touches and very pleasant tannins.

Serving suggestions

Gran Castillo Family Selection Chardonnay is a medium dry white wine ideal with fish or salad.

Serving temperature

6-8 °C

Shiraz

Shiraz

Area of production

Valencia is situated near the Mediterranean coast in the east of the country, at an altitude between 250 and 1000 meters. The climate is warm with a strong influence from the Mediterranean Sea. For centuries vines have been grown on the chalky, clay soils which, in combination with long hours of sunshine, produce fruity wines that are well structured with ripe tannins.

Grape Variety

Shiraz

Winemaking

The grapes are carefully selected, destemmed and gently crushed. The must is fermented using traditional methods during 12 days at 26ºC, but using modern winemaking technology. The wine is partially aged for 4 months in American Oak.

Alcohol Content

12.5%

Tasting Notes

Colour: Deep red colour with light violet tones. Aroma: Very intense aroma of red fruits, black berry and redcurrant. Taste: Soft fruity taste.

Serving suggestions

Gran Castillo Family Selection Shiraz is a medium dry red wine, delicious and perfect to accompany game, spiced dishes and cheese.

Serving temperature

16-18 °C

Chardonnay

Chardonnay

Area of production

Valencia is situated near the Mediterranean coast in the east of the country, at an altitude between 250 and 1000 meters. The climate is warm with a strong influence from the Mediterranean Sea. For centuries vines have been grown on the chalky, clay soils which, in combination with long hours of sunshine, produce fruity wines that are well structured with ripe tannins.

Grape Variety

Chardonnay

Winemaking

Vinified by cold maceration and fermentation at 14ºC using selected yeasts.

Alcohol Content

12%

Tasting Notes

Colour: Gold yellow. Aroma: Powerful mature fruit, citrus and vanilla flavours. Taste: A crisp firm structure and elegant, stylish finish.

Serving suggestions

Gran Castillo Family Selection Chardonnay is a medium dry white wine ideal with fish or salad.

Serving temperature

6-8 °C