Bodegas Nekeas 'El Chaparral' Garnacha 1.5 litre Magnum 2022Spain's most Atlantic Garnacha from vines 80 120+ years old. On top of that, the genetic material of these vines is unique to the Nekeas Valley this is a true, rare viticultural treasure. The depth to the fruit is remarkable as is the wines freshness. Concha Vecina (Nekeas' inimitable enologist wine maker) handles the precious fruit lovingly and ageing takes place in her high quality ex Chardonnay barrels. Divine, terroir driven Garnacha for a steal!

Rich and elegant

resonating on savory herbs

In true DiBaldo fashion we find some prickly pepper to add flair to this lush creation

small dark fruits and highly aromatic oil content

and that inherent freshness that makes it a sensational glass of red

The wine ages for 20 months in large Slavonian oak and has been in production since 1925

Aged for 32 months in large Slovenian oak botti

The result is a medium-bodied

Magnum format - yes please

The wine is beguiling

yet it will coast effortlessly for ten years or more in the cellar

The vines were planted in 2019 (south side) and 2021 (north side) on dry