Suertes del Marques Valle de la Orotava 7 Fuentes 2021 750ml

Name: Suertes del Marques Valle de la Orotava 7 Fuentes 2021 750ml
Brand: Suertes Del Marques
SKU: 952906
Price: 17.03 USD
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Rating: 93 (1 reviews)

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The 2021 7 Fuentes was quite similar to the 2020 that I tasted next to it, but this year they merged the 7 Fuentes and 7 Fuentes El Lance into a single cuvée of Listán Negro and 5% Castellana Negra, so it has grapes from more vineyards, 30 different ones. It fermented with 20% full clusters in concrete with indigenous yeasts and matured for 11 months, 50% in concrete and 50% in used 500-liter oak barrels; then it was blended and kept in stainless steel for a further eight months. It has 12.63% alcohol and good acidity and freshness. This is quite approachable and less reductive and at the same time fresher. They have been working to increase the pH of the soil to get less reduction in the wines; each year as the soils are healthier, there is less reduction in the wines. 50,400 bottles produced. It was bottled in July 2023.

Country: Spain
Region: Canary Islands

Size: 750ml
Color: Red

SKU: 952906

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Suertes Del Marques

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Varietal

Listan Negro

Listan Negro, also known as Listan Prieto or Palomino Negro, is a red grape variety native to the Canary Islands, particularly Tenerife. It thrives in the island's volcanic soils and enjoys the moderating influence of the Atlantic Ocean. Wines made from Listan Negro are known for their light to medium body, bright acidity, and distinctive volcanic minerality. They often exhibit aromas of red berries like cherry and raspberry, along with earthy undertones that reflect the unique terroir. What sets Listan Negro apart is its adaptability to volcanic terrain, which imparts a subtle smokiness and minerality to the wine. This grape historically played a crucial role in the island's viticulture, producing wines that are versatile with food, pairing well with local dishes such as grilled fish and tapas. For wine enthusiasts, Listan Negro offers a glimpse into the Canary Islands' winemaking heritage and the intriguing interplay between volcanic soils and Atlantic influences.

Country

Spain

Ever since the Phoenicians and Romans brought their knowledge of vine cultivation to Spanish soils, the country's culture has grown alongside wine production, with wine being a vital part of Spanish identity and Spanish traditions. Each region of Spain has a wine quite distinct from the others, and it is produced by smallholders and families as much as it is by large companies and established wineries. From the relatively mild and lush regions of La Rioja to the arid plateaus that surround Madrid, grapes are grown in abundance for the now booming Spanish wine industry, and new laws and regulations have recently been put in place to keep the country's standards high. By combining traditional practices with modern technology, Spanish wineries are continuing to produce distinctive wines of great character, flavor and aroma, with the focus shifting in recent decades to quality over quantity.