Top Rated by Experts: Wine Advocate: 99 points Decàntalo: 98 points Variety: 50% Tempranillo, 47% Garnacha, 2% Viura, 1% Garnacha Blanca Red Wine Winery: Oxer BastegietaRegion: RiojaAboutKalamity was first made from the 2014 vintage and released in 2016. The idea is to bring together various grape varieties and different subregions (Rioja Alta and Rioja Alavesa) in one wine. VineyardsA vineyard of 3ha located in Cárdenas (Rioja Alta) at 580 meters altitude, dating back to 1903. Iron-rich clay soil. A 96 year old vineyard of 1 ha located in Elvillar (Rioja Alavesa) at 600 meters altitude. Calcareous clay soil. WinemakingThe best grapes from each plot are selected and vinified separately in 500 liter French oak barrels and concrete egg, using indigenous yeasts. After 12 months of aging the blend is being decided. CharacterKalamity shows an array of aromas, from dark berry fruit to animal notes and from violets to spicy, peppery flavors. These aromas will develop into even more complexity in the coming years. A wine with enormous length and minerality. What's in a name The eye-catching name and label express Oxer's love for Shakespeare. "Honi soit qui mal y pense" (Shame be to him who thinks evil of it) comes from the play 'The Reign of King Edward the Third'. Alcohol: 14.5%
