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Bodegas Los Aljibes Castilla Leon Cabernet Franc 2007


Aljibes Cabernet Franc 2007
Chinchilla de Montearagon, Albacete. Espana.
The grapes for this wine are chosen using a triple selection process, and later settle in French Oak Barrels for 14 months. This wine has an intense color with aromas of ripe fruit, minerals and spices. It is structured and velvety in the mouth, with overtones of fruit. Ideal for meat and fish dishes. Ideal serving temperature: 16-18 C. Limited Production: 14,053 bottles.

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Aljibes
Of a more Mediterranean character, these wines’ frank, powerful aromas and elaborate palates evoke a world of unique sensations. They are made to surprise, and be enjoyed. The grapes are harvested by hand in 7 Kg baskets and brought immediately to the winery. They are then chilled to 5 degrees Celsius before a rigorous selection process, which ensures that only the best grapes become a part of the Aljibes family. Each variety is vinificated separately. Malolactic fermentation in French oak vats gives the wines incomparable roundness and softness. Ageing in oak varies between 10 and 20 months, depending on the variety and the growing season.


Varieties: Cabernet Franc (100%)
Ageing: 6 months in French oak barrels and 8 months in French oak vats of 10.000 litres.
Tasting notes: This unique and attractive single variety red wine displays a deep garnet colour, an elegant bouquet of red fruit and a palate of minerals with mild nuances of fresh herbs supported by sweet tannins.


Bodega Los Aljibes Aljibes Cabernet Franc 2007
Varieties: Cabernet Franc (100%)
Vinification: The grapes of this wine have gone through a triple selection process.
Ageing: 14 months in French oak barrels of 10,000 Litres.
Food Pairing: Roast meat and baked fish.
Serving Temperature: 16 - 18 C
Production: 14,053 bottles of 0.75L

Technical Details
Appellation: Vino de la Tierra de Castilla.
Alcohol: 13.50%
Acidity: 5.50 gr/L
Residual Sugars: 5.2 gr/L
Total SO2: 95 mg/L
Bottled: March 2011
Launched: May 2011

This wine has an intense color with aromas of ripe fruit, minerals and spices. It is structures and velvety in the mouth, with overtones of fruit.