Bodegas Manzanos, 1890 Finca Manzanos Rosado, DOCa Rioja, Spain, 2023

Producer Profile

On the border between Rioja and Navarra, Victor Manzanos carries on the work of the four generations before him.

With over 250ha of owned vineyards at his disposal, including some of the oldest vines in Rioja, Bodegas Manzanos is fortunately placed to put both the sub-region of Rioja Oriental and the name Manzanos firmly on the map as one of the most important areas and producers in Rioja. This range of wines is a modern take on the traditional landscape of Rioja, championing the native grape varieties, Tempranillo, Viura and Garnacha. The team is the youngest in the region, a talented a group of people with the sole purpose of making wines that people will enjoy.

Viticulture

300ha of vineyards are planted on clay-limestone soil at an average height of 400m above sea level. Meticulous attention to detail in the vineyards, coupled with the extreme climate, offer the perfect conditions for the production of great wines. Grapes are all hand-picked in early October.

Winemaking

Fermentation in stainless steel vats at a controlled temperature with eighteen hours maceration.

Oak Ageing

Tasting Note

Brilliant rosé colour. Bright strawberries on the nose with a very balanced palate and long finish.

Food Matching

Ideal for rice dishes, fish and light meats.

Awards

Decanters Pedro Ballesteros Torres MW ‘Something new’ Tasting 94 Points
A distinctive style, lying in between rosé and blanc de noirs, characterised by deft ageing in oak, with lovely fruit from a dedicated vineyard with a lingering finish showing nice complexity. An original Garnacha/ Tempranillo Blanco blend, this is a wine that illustrates how Rioja is bound to excel in the aged rosés category. 94 Points, PB, 2024.