Technical sheet
Winery: Altolandon
DO: Manchuela
Variety: 100% Centenary Garnacha
Alcohol content: 14% vol.
Tasting notes:
It has a deep cherry color. On the nose, it reminds a lot of red fruit and also sweets. In the mouth, it has relevant but not bothersome tannins, as they combine perfectly with the acidity and spicy notes of the wine.
Serving temperature: 15 - 16º
Viticulture: organic and vegan.
Geology and soil: the vineyards are planted in sandy and calcareous soils. The dry winds from the Mediterranean are very beneficial for fruit ripening.
Elaboration: the grapes are macerated with their own juice in 1000-liter tanks for a short period of time. The fermentation is carried out without any intervention and always spontaneously. After fermentation, it is pressed and undergoes malolactic fermentation in the same tanks in a completely natural way.
Pairing: this red wine is perfect for many dishes, including soups, cheeses, vegetables, or rice.
Winery
Located in Landete, in the province of Cuenca, at an altitude of 1100 meters. The estate has a total of 200 hectares, with the winery located in the middle. ALTOLANDON's philosophy is to make quality wines and, therefore, quality grapes. They take great care of everything related to the vineyard from the moment of planting, choosing the most suitable varieties, vines, and clones for their climate and each type of soil.

Eco-friendly cultivation
At Altolandon, they are environmentally friendly, so all their plots are cultivated organically. The altitude, clean air, and absence of pesticides contribute to the excellent health of the vegetation. Only natural fertilizers are used to stimulate soil fertility. The grapes must express themselves in the wine and show the characteristics of the place they come from, without make-up or additives.

Soils
The entire estate is divided by varieties and soil types. A previous study was conducted before planting to indicate the most suitable varieties for each type of soil. Poor and unproductive soils, sandy loam, and stony soils.

Varieties
They have a wide selection of varieties such as Malbec, Syrah, Garnacha, Merlot, Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc as reds and Chardonnay or Moscatel Petit-Grain as white varieties, all selected and adapted to the terrain they are located in.

Regulatory Council of the Manchuela Designation of Origin
In 1997, a group of viticulturists and wineries from the La Manchuela region created the Pro-Wine Association Manchuela Designation of Origin, to regulate, defend, promote, and market the wine of the future denomination. The DO Manchuela began to represent a group of wineries from the provinces of Albacete and Cuenca, which were beginning to stand out internationally for the high quality and uniqueness of their wine. In 2000, the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment of Spain officially recognized their activity of regulation, defense, promotion, and assistance in marketing. In July 2017, the Manchuela Designation of Origin went from being a Producer Group to an Agri-food Interprofessional Organization. Since its inception, it has done a great job of projecting the image and taste of its wine, both in the national and international markets. Betting on the quality and image of the Manchuela Designation of Origin is a sure bet that is already bearing fruit. The effort of its people, the love for its land, and a culture committed to wine are the reasons that guarantee its success.