# Tres Picos Garnacha (2022)

- **Producer:** Bodegas Borsao
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Garnacha
- **Region:** Aragón, Spain
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.5%
- **Average price:** €20
- **Vegan:** No
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** blackberry, plum, strawberry, redcurrant, violet, vanilla, liquorice, cedar, leather

## About this wine

Bodegas Borsao's Tres Picos Garnacha 2022 hails from the Campo de Borja DO in Spain, a region renowned for its old-vine Garnacha. This particular vintage showcases the unique terroir of the Alto Moncayo, where grapes are sourced from vines up to 60 years old, planted in clay and limestone soils at altitudes of 600-700 meters. The producer is celebrated for its commitment to sustainable farming and for crafting wines that express the vibrant character of the Garnacha grape. Tres Picos is a flagship wine, consistently delivering quality and a true sense of place, reflecting the rich heritage of Spanish Garnacha.

## Interesting facts

- Sourced from ancient Garnacha vines, some up to 60 years old, contributing to its depth.
- Vineyards are located at high altitudes (600-700m) in Alto Moncayo, fostering unique grape character.
- The 2022 vintage earned 91 points from both Wine Enthusiast and James Suckling.
- Yields are kept exceptionally low, less than 4.5 tons per hectare, concentrating flavors.

## Food pairing

This full-bodied Garnacha, with its rich red fruit, supple tannins, and notes of vanilla and spice from oak aging, demands dishes that can stand up to its intensity. It pairs beautifully with savory, protein-rich foods, especially those with roasted or grilled elements that echo the wine's warmth and depth. The wine's structure and fruit concentration can cut through richness, while its spice notes complement seasoned meats. Avoid overly delicate or highly acidic dishes that would be overwhelmed by its robust character.

## Wine making process

The winemaking for Tres Picos Garnacha 2022 begins with sustainably farmed grapes from low-yielding, old vines. Following harvest, the wine undergoes a temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel tanks, maintained between 25-30ºC. A prolonged maceration period of 20-25 days on the skins ensures optimal extraction of color, flavor, and structure. After fermentation, the wine is matured for 5 months in new French oak barriques, which contributes to its complexity and integrates subtle spice notes, preparing it for bottling.