Category Archives: canary islands

Fronton de Oro Tradicional Tinto Gran Canaria 2014

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Estate: Fronton de Oro is a family winery headed by Pedro and Antonio Ramírez and is located in the hills of Gran Canaria Island, in the Canary Islands off the coast of Spain. The majority of the 6 hectares of vineyards are located above 1000 meters on terraced slopes with volcanic soils. Gran Canaria received its DO [Denominaciones de Origen] status in 2000, making it the youngest wine region in the Canary Islands.

Winemaking: Although not certified, organic farming and methods are used. Grapes are sourced from high elevation vineyards with volcanic soils. Aged for 3 months in used American oak. Less then 4,000 cases produced.

Tasting Notes: Transparent garnet in colour with aromas of black cherry, earth, spice and a hint of leather. There is a smoky, volcanic edge to the black cherry, raspberry and dried herbs. Firm tannins compliment dark chocolate, spice and earthy minerality on the moderate finish. Powerful flavours, yet very easy drinking and a fantastic pairing with a wide variety of dishes, especially anything roasted.

100% Listán Negro
Gran Canaria
Spain
Produced & Bottled by Hoya Camaretas S.L.
14% Alcohol
$17
Enjoy now thru 2019

Ignios Origenes Listán Negro 2013

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Estate: C.B. Viñamonte is a family estate founded in 1982 and located on the island of Tenerife in the Canary Islands. The produce white, rosé and red wines.

Winemaking: Grapes were sourced from vines 15-40 years in age. Fermented in stainless steel and aged in French oak barrels for 11 months.

Tasting Notes: Garnet with brick edges in colour. Alluring aromas of roasted red pepper, berry compote and hints of campfire. Tart cranberry, red currant and rhubarb flavors form the core of this savory delight. Floral traces along with tomato and dried herbs compliment the finish of black cherry and volcanic earth elements. An engaging, distinctive bottle well worth seeking out.

100% Listán Negro
Ycoden Daute Isora
Spain
Produced & Bottled by C.B. Viñamonte
13% Alcohol
$15
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*Listán Negro is a Spanish black skinned grape that is predominately planted in the Canary Islands, especially on the island of Tenerife. The grape historically was widely planted in the Castile region of northern Spain, and it is believed that settlers to the Canary Islands brought the grape with them. The vines are planted in small pits in the volcanic soils, which serve to capture moisture and offer protection from the hot, strong dry winds of the area. A broad spectrum of styles can be produced from the grape, varying from light Rosé wines with soft tannins to rich reds loaded with smoky spice and dark fruits.

Frontón de Oro Tintilla 2011

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Frontón de Oro Tintilla accompanying scrambled eggs with almond romesco, boucheron cheese and confit toast at GATO, NYC.

Light and fruity with a delightfully contrasting earthy backbone, this is an engaging companion to a wide variety of dishes.

Estate: Fronton de Oro is a family winery headed by Pedro and Antonio Ramírez and is located in the hills of Gran Canaria Island, in the Canary Islands off the coast of Spain. The majority of the vineyards are located above 1000 meters on terraced slopes with volcanic soils. Gran Canaria received its DO [Denominaciones de Origen] status in 2000, making it the youngest wine region in the Canary Islands.

Tasting Notes: Dark red-violet in colour with aromas of fresh raspberry, earthy minerals and hints of oak. Engaging and charismatic with bright raspberry, blackberry flavours and silky tannins that broaden into a lengthy finish of crushed black peppercorn, vanilla and suggestions of smoky volcanic earth.

100% Tintilla [Graciano]
Gran Canaria
Produced and Bottled by S.A.T. Camaretas
13% Alcohol
$25 [average price]
Enjoy now thru 2015