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.
Sweet, lightly sparkling aromatic whites with a pale golden hue, a supple palate and preserved acidity, with intense signature aromas of muscat, rose, orange blossom, white peach, candied citrus, honey, sage and explosive muscat notes. Low alcohol, indulgent profile. Absolute star of Moscato d'Asti DOCG and Asti Spumante DOCG in Piedmont. Italian name for the muscat family (Moscato Bianco = muscat blanc à petits grains), Piedmontese signature.
wines from the region of Calatayud go well with generally quite well with dishes of shellfish, appetizers and snacks or lean fish such as recipes of american style lobster tails, great chef style, lupine seeds for kemia (the aperitif) or monkfish curry with coconut milk.
On the nose in the region of Calatayud often reveals types of flavors of red fruit, black fruit or vanilla and sometimes also flavors of non oak, oak or spices. In the mouth in the region of Calatayud is a powerful with a nice freshness.
