Suertes del Marqués Cruz Santa Vijiriega 2016 Tenerife

Vijariego Negro 100%

The vineyards are situated on the northern side of the island in the Orotava Valley, at an altitude of 450-550 metres. The grapes are sourced from Cruz Santa place, located in La Orotava town. Vines are over 20 years old. Vijariego Negro is an indigenous grape that is not commonly found in La Orotava Valley. Soils are predominantly volcanic rock, with a combination of clay and sandy loam.

Fermentation is on open plastic vats, with wild yeasts. The wine is then aged in 500 litre French oak barrels for 11 months, before being bottled unfined and unfiltered.