Profile of Enate Winery, Somontano

Profile of Enate Winery

Profile of Somontano Wine Region

Enate calls itself the "Winery of the 21st century", an its spectacularly designed modern winery attests to that. Located in the stunning wine region of Somontano in the Pyrenees Mountains, a region with its roots in wine production dating back to the Roman Empire. Somontano is full of lovely hamlets, medieval monasteries and vineyards. Most of the top wineries in the area, however, are quite new. It is quickly gaining recognition for being a leading Spanish region of quality wines, with low yields and ultra-modern facilities. Completely contrasting with the atmospheric, mouldy wine caves of La Rioja and Ribera del Duero, Somontano is becoming known for its avant-garde stylish wineries. Enate in particular is heavily involved in the art scene; in fact the regularly commission Spanish artists to design their wine labels and have an art gallery at the beautiful winery. Enate's wines are incredibly clean, with depth and complexity and consistently offer value for money. The winery has been very active in promoting wine tourism, and is a treat to visit as they have put in place the infrastructure for the wine tourist.

Enate Rosado:

88 points Stephen Tanzer, who says "Pale cherry-red. Fruit-driven aromas of cherry and raspberry. A ripe, rich fruit bomb in the mouth, with candied red fruits lifted by citrus zest and cranberry. Lovely penetrating, fresh rose, finishing firm and persistent."

Enate Crianza 1999:

88 points, "The Wine Advocate", Robert Parker

"Mejor bodega del año 1999" (Best winery of year 1999) given by "La Guía de Vinos Gourmets", The Gourmet Guide to Wines

Address:

Enate,
Viñedos y Crianzas Del Alto Aragon (Enate)
Ctra. Barbastro a Naval Km. 92, 22341 Salas Bajas, Huesca, Spain
Tel: + 34 974 302 580
Fax: +34 974 300 046
Email: bodega@enate.es
Web: www.enate.esm

Winery Details
D.O.: Somontano
Founded: 1991
President: Luis Nozaleda Arenas
Viticultural Manager: Jesus Sese
Area under Vine: 370 ha own vineyards, 230 ha controlled vineyards
Oak: 75% French, 25% American oak
Age of Vines: 8-10 year old vines
Viticulture: Grapes are all picked by hand, "Doble Cordon" training
Import/Export: Domestic 60%, Export 40%
Grape Varietals: Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay, Gewurztraminer

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