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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
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Wines
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| Enate Chardonnay 234 |
Blanco joven (young wine), 13% alc |
| Enate Barrel Fermented Chardonnay |
8 months in cask, 13.5% alc |
| Enate Gewurztraminer |
100% Gewurztraminer, young wine, 13% alc |
| Enate Rosado |
100% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% alc |
| Enate Cabernet-Merlot |
Semi Crianza, 6 months in oak, 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 50% Merlot, 13.5% alc |
| Enate Tinto Crianza |
75% Tempranillo, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9 months in oak, 13.5% alc |
| Enate Tinto Reserva |
100% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12 months in oak, 13.5% alc |
| Enate Merlot Reserva |
100% Merlot, 14 months in oak, 14% alc |
| Enate Reserva Especial |
80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 18 months in oak, 14% alc |
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Address:
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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