# Quinta de Quercus (2018)

- **Producer:** Bodegas y Vinedos Fontana
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Tempranillo
- **Region:** Castilla-La Mancha, Spain
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.5%
- **Vegan:** No
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 15–15 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** cooked fruit, ripe fruit, cedar, vanilla, coffee, chocolate, cloves, leather, dried fruit, tobacco, earth

## About this wine

Quinta de Quercus is the flagship red wine from Bodegas y Vinedos Fontana, produced in the Uclés D.O. of Castilla-La Mancha, Spain. Primarily made from 100% Tempranillo, it originates from high-altitude, single-vineyard plantings. The winery is committed to sustainable and organic farming practices. The name 'Quercus' highlights the estate's natural environment.

## Interesting facts

- The name 'Quercus' refers to the oak trees on the estate, symbolizing the winery's connection to nature.
- The wine comes from 30-year-old Tempranillo vines.
- Vineyards are situated at elevations of 700-800 meters.
- Bodegas y Vinedos Fontana manages over 600 hectares of vineyards.

## Food pairing

The wine's full body and muscular tannins are well-suited to complement the richness and protein of red meats, helping to cleanse the palate. Its concentrated fruit profile can stand up to robust flavors in stews and braises, while earthy notes can harmonize with game.

## Wine making process

Quinta de Quercus is vinified from hand-harvested Tempranillo grapes sourced from specific plots within the estate. Fermentation occurs in small stainless steel tanks. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 12 months in a mix of French and American oak barrels. The winery employs sustainable and organic farming methods throughout its vineyard operations.