Top 100 wines of Calatayud
Discover the top 100 best wines of Calatayud of Calatayud as well as the best winemakers in the region. Explore the varietals of the wines that are popular of Calatayud and the best vintages to taste in this region.
DO of Aragon at altitude (550-1,040 m), kingdom of Garnacha (>75% of the vineyard) — Garnacha de Aragon clone genetically the most intact in the world. Concentrated signature reds with notes of ripe cherry, raspberry, blackberry, garrigue, sweet spices and a peppery touch, round tannins and a sunny palate — old vines (up to 100 years) give depth. 'Superior' designation for Garnacha over 50 years old. Harsh continental climate, schist soils.
Outstanding value for money.
Aromatic, refined whites with a fragrant palate and preserved acidity, showing intense, signature muscat aromas of rose, orange blossom, citrus, exotic fruits (lychee, mango), fresh grape and honey. Made as crisp dry, sparkling (Asti DOCG) and great naturally sweet wines (Beaumes-de-Venise AOC, Muscat de Rivesaltes AOC, Frontignan AOC, Lunel AOC, Samos PDO). Ancient Mediterranean variety, one of the oldest cultivated worldwide, ancestor of many muscats.
wines from the region of Calatayud go well with generally quite well with dishes of beef, pasta or lamb such as recipes of wild boar stew in burgundy style, pasta and peppers or couscous without couscous maker.