Bodega Sierra Norte — Based in Jumilla, one of Spain’s most exciting wine regions, Sierra Norte farms organically at altitude, where the continental climate and limestone-rich soils push the Monastrell grape to produce wines of real depth and character. About This Wine Equilibrio is sourced from the La Raja vineyard at approximately 600 metres altitude, where poor, brown limestone soils and wide diurnal temperature swings concentrate flavour and preserve natural acidity. Farmed organically and crafted to balance the grape’s natural power with freshness, this is a textbook Jumilla Monastrell — structured, spicy, and built to drink over the next few years. Tasting Notes Colour: Cherry red with a garnet rim and ruby reflections Nose: Black fruit, sweet spices and vanilla, with aromas of red fruit, undergrowth and wet earth Palate: Flavourful and fresh with a slightly balsamic character, good body and well-defined ripe tannins Finish: Spicy and long-lasting Food Pairing Excellent with grilled lamb chops, slow-stewed beef with paprika, manchego cheese, or a hearty Murcian rice dish. Also pairs well with chargrilled vegetables and lentil stews. Details Grape: Monastrell Region: Jumilla, Spain Farming: Organic Style: Fuller Flavour Red Serving Temperature: 16–18°C Alcohol: 14.5% Bottle: 75cl Drink: In the next 3 years
