Abel Mendoza, Jarrarte Oak Aged 2016Vintage 2016 Size 75cl ABV 14. 5% Tasting Note Modest and passionate about his vineyards, Abel and his wife Maite have been making understated wines in San Vicente since 1988. Lying in the shadow of the Sierra Cantabria, Abel has vineyards in the finest parts of the Alavesa. His knowledge and understanding of the soils is enthralling and to taste in his cellar can be an education on the effects different soils have in different years. He wants only to

highly textural citrus tang and terrific mouthfeel

Pale yellow colour with brilliant green reflections

hints of spice

with long lasting acidity offering a bright finish and a food friendly profile

black currant and blackberry

High notes of pure

growers are rewarded by the sight of their previously ripe

The medium-bodied palate shows soft

The result is an ultra sweet wine with a treacly texture and flavour

Uniquely distilled with real dark chocolate

stew and fish dishes

fresh nectarine and peach