# Candidato Ecologico Tempranillo (2023)

- **Producer:** Cosecheros y Criadores
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Tempranillo
- **Region:** Castilla-La Mancha, Spain
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.0%
- **Average price:** €9
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–16 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** red cherry, black cherry, strawberry, liquorice, blueberry, vanilla, chocolate, leather, tobacco

## About this wine

Candidato Ecologico Tempranillo is an organic red wine from Castilla La Mancha, Spain, produced by Cosecheros y Criadores, a member of the Familia Martínez Bujanda group. The wine is notable for its organic certification and its use of PET packaging, which contributes to a lower carbon footprint. The Familia Martínez Bujanda has a winemaking heritage stretching back to 1889, emphasizing both tradition and innovation in their approach to producing quality Spanish wines.

## Interesting facts

- Certified organic wine.
- Packaged in PET bottles for reduced environmental impact.
- Part of a winemaking family with over 130 years of history.
- The name 'Cosecheros y Criadores' historically distinguished wine types.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium-full body and balanced acidity make it versatile. Its fruit-forward character complements grilled meats and hearty vegetable dishes, while its tannins can stand up to richer proteins. The herbal notes in the wine can echo seasonings used in dishes.

## Wine making process

Candidato Ecologico Tempranillo is produced from 100% Tempranillo grapes grown in organic vineyards. The grapes are fermented in stainless steel tanks at approximately 26°C, a process designed to retain the wine's primary fruit aromas. While specific aging details for the 2023 vintage are limited, the producer has access to oak barrels, suggesting a potential for brief oak influence. The wine is bottled in PET, reflecting an innovative approach to packaging with environmental considerations. The producer's philosophy emphasizes creating versatile, value-driven wines that are representative of their Spanish origin.