Enate Reserva Privada 2021
Enate's most exclusive Reserva returns
Enate Reserva Privada 2021 conquers with its Merlot and Syrah cuvée, aged in French oak and a long finish. Discover it at Vinoselección!
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Enate Reserva Privada 2021 is a red exclusive to Somontano that brings together two international grape varieties, Merlot and Syrah, in a very apt combination. The 2021 vintage arrived with a mild and dry climate, and that is evident in the sense of balance this wine conveys, refined for 14 months in French oak barrels of first- and second-year use before resting in stainless steel tanks until bottling.
It originates from a long and tranquil harvest, with grapes that ripened slowly and with very good health. That patience in the vineyard helped to preserve freshness and to express clearly the character of its plots, where Merlot contributes a more floral profile and substance, while Syrah adds a more delicate and refreshing facet.
Enate is a winery closely linked to Somontano and to a way of understanding wine in which tradition and a modern outlook go hand in hand. Its style is recognised by wines with personality, well cared for from the outset and with a presentation very much its own, designed for those seeking something special without losing approachability. Like this Enate Reserva Privada 2021 which you will only find at Vinoselección.
Consumption features
Pairing
Enate Reserva Privada 2021 pairs very well with grilled red meats, rib steak, roast lamb, beef stews and cured cheeses, where its broad flavour and balanced finish make a great accompaniment.
Serving temperature
General features
Type of wine
Region
Type of barrel
French oak barrels
Barrel aging time
14 months
Capacity (cl)
75
Total acidity (g/l)
5.6
Volatile acidity (g/l)
0.5
Sugar
1.9
pH
3.40
Alcohol content (% vol.)
14.5
Making process
Winemaking
Enate Reserva Privada 2021 is produced by a precise fermentation of the must at 22 ºC in stainless steel vessels, a choice that helps preserve the expression of its varieties, Merlot and Syrah. After that phase, the wine completes malolactic fermentation, thus finalising a winemaking aimed at maintaining the balance and freshness that distinguish this blend.
Aging
The ageing is carried out for 14 months in French oak barrels of first- and second-fill, and afterwards the wine rests in stainless steel tanks until bottling in February 2023.
Bottling
02/2023
Vineyard
Climate
Enate Reserva Privada 2021 is born from a vintage marked by mild temperatures and scarce rainfall in Somontano, with a slow and complete maturation cycle. The winter was very cold and dry at the start, and spring brought forward budding ahead of a brief vegetative pause. The summer, mild and cool, with no heatwaves, allowed a slow evolution of the grapes to a long and balanced harvest, with an excellent sanitary state. It is made with Merlot and Syrah.
Viticulture
Enate Reserva Privada 2021 arises from careful, low-intervention viticulture, characterised by a mild and dry climate that favoured a more rewarding cultivation with barely any treatments in the vineyard.
The 2021 vintage allowed the vineyard to be worked with a respectful approach towards the surroundings, supported by well-established water reserves after winter and by slow, complete ripening. The result is a precise harvest, designed to preserve the natural balance of Merlot and Syrah in Somontano.
Tasting notes
View
Cherry-red colour, of medium depth.
Nose
Nose broad and elegant. It immediately reveals memories of red fruits, with a frank and harmonious expression, accompanied by notes of roasting and spicy nuances that add depth and complexity. The overall impression reflects the floral and powerful character of Merlot, together with the more delicate and refreshing profile of Syrah, in a balanced and seductive aromatic spectrum.
Mouth
The palate is fluid, with a dense, fleshy texture that makes it especially appetising. Its mouthfeel is long and balanced, with an enveloping sensation that accompanies without losing vibrancy, and leaves a harmonious and well-defined final impression.
The winery
Viñedos y Crianzas del Alto Aragón, a winery from Somontano known for its range of Enate wines, has been a key player in the winemaking revolution experienced in this production area of the province of Huesca. Founded in 1991, its modern facilities located in Salas Bajas cover an area of over 12,000 square meters, where the constant nod to culture has become the hallmark of the winery. The enological direction of the company is led by the renowned Jesús Artajona.