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Campo de Calatrava: Spain’s Newest DOP

In the heart of Spain’s Ciudad Real province lies Campo de Calatrava, a region steeped in history, defined by its volcanic soils, and now celebrated as Spain’s newest Denominación de Origen Protegida (DOP). Officially recognized in February 2024, this milestone elevates the region from its former Vino de la Tierra (VT) designation, marking a significant step toward global recognition for its unique wines.

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Bodegas Maranones Picarana Albillo 2020

Bodegas Maranones Picarana Albillo 2020

Picarana 2021 is the purest expression of Albillo Real, representing the unique environment of the Marañones estate. Natural aeration, the altitude, and the orientation of the plots provide an outstanding balance in the vineyard. The vines are between 30 and 70 years, are trained in goblet form with a creeping growth habit, resulting in very low yields and limited to small clusters. Their respectful approach to growing and making wine showcases the unique qualities of the grape in every bottle.

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Artomaña Xarmant Arabako Txakolina 2023

Artomaña Xarmant Arabako Txakolina 2023

Xarmant is made from sustainably farmed, estate vineyards of indigenous grapes from the Arabako Txakolina DO in the verdant Basque Country, close to the Bay of Biscay on Spain’s rugged Atlantic coast. This proximity to the ocean creates an ideal microclimate, defined by the brisk northerly waters and the humid north-northwest wind, which cool the vines even on the hottest summer afternoons.

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Ca'n Verdura “Supernova" Rosat 2022

Ca’n Verdura “Supernova” Rosat 2022

The Supernova Rosat is a limited production (250 cases) rosé wine produced from the red mantonegro grape, indigenous to the Binissalem region of Mallorca. These grapes are grown in “call vermell soils” (a clayey, red-colored soil) consisting of iron-rich clays and limestone with small and medium-sized pebbles. Supernova Rosat originates from a plot of 25-year-old, bush-trained mantonegro vines.

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