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Located in the heart of Jumilla, in southeastern Spain, the Bodegas Olivares vineyards stretch across an arid, windswept plateau, a blend of Mediterranean and continental influences. The vines are planted in poor, predominantly sandy-limestone soils, which naturally limit yields and promote the concentration of the grapes. Situated at altitude, this terroir benefits from significant temperature variations between day and night, allowing for slow and complete ripening. This combination of a dry climate and well-drained soils results in wines that are intense, fresh, and balanced.
The red grapes destined for Bodegas Olivares Tinto 2022 are harvested at optimal ripeness and then destemmed before fermentation in tanks, a process designed to preserve the fruity profile and varietal expression. Maceration and fermentation take place under temperature control to promote supple tannins and moderate color extraction. After alcoholic fermentation, the wine is aged primarily in tanks to retain freshness, aromatic intensity, and drinkability before bottling.
This wine reveals notes of ripe red fruit , plum , and black cherry , enhanced by spicy touches of pepper and licorice , as well as delicate floral accents. A light oak influence and balsamic nuances also add complexity. On the palate, the wine is supple and generous, supported by a pleasant freshness, rounded tannins, and a flavorful finish that remains elegant without being heavy.
Where are we traveling?
Jumilla
Located in the Murcia region of southeastern Spain, about 70 kilometers from the Mediterranean coast, Jumilla is one of the country's oldest and most distinctive wine appellations, with a winemaking tradition dating back to Phoenician times. The region stretches across a vast, semi-arid plateau at an altitude of between 400 and 800 meters, offering extreme climatic conditions that forge the unique character of its wines. The climate is continental Mediterranean, characterized by very hot, dry summers, cold winters, and extremely low annual rainfall, rarely exceeding 300 millimeters. The high altitude and relative distance from the sea generate significant temperature variations between day and night, which can reach 20 degrees Celsius in the summer. This promotes the concentration of aromas and the preservation of acidity despite the heat. The soils are primarily limestone, poor and stony, forcing the vines to root deeply and naturally producing low but concentrated yields. Jumilla boasts an exceptional winemaking heritage with numerous centuries-old pre-phylloxera vines of the Monastrell grape variety, planted in the goblet style and cultivated dry, producing powerful, generous and intensely fruity red wines that embody the very essence of the Spanish Mediterranean terroir.
The little history of the country
Spain
The history of wine in Spain is so ancient that no one really knows who first brought the vines to the region. By the time the Phoenicians arrived some 3,000 years ago and founded the present-day cities of Cádiz and Jerez, viticulture was already well established, and Spanish wines were widely traded throughout the Mediterranean and North Africa. You could say that Spain is a winemaking miracle. After years on the sidelines of the world of fine wines, it is now a major player. Investment and ambition in vineyards and wineries are resulting in increasingly rich, complex (often high in alcohol), and spicy reds that are gaining popularity with international consumers. Proud to have more land dedicated to vines than any other country, Spain is only now beginning to capitalize on this resource in a consistent way. Spain is a chaotic jumble of regions and subregions, much like its landscape is a chaotic jumble of incredibly rugged scenery. A glance at a map reveals the climatic diversity among Spain's many wine regions, from the lush, green vineyards of Galicia on the northern Atlantic coast to the parched vineyards of the southeastern Mediterranean. Spain's saving grace for viticulture is the average altitude of its vineyards, which is over 600 meters. Many Spanish vineyards are thus able to produce grapes with good color and acidity simply because nighttime temperatures are relatively low and the grapes don't ripen until after a sufficiently long growing season. But there is a real treasure trove to be found for those willing to dig, and now that a class of connoisseurs has developed in Spain, all sorts of ambitious investors have done their part to change the image of Spanish wine. Today, a new generation of winemakers has quietly begun to craft spectacular wines and experiment with grape varieties that would have been unthinkable not so long ago. Wine remains an important commodity and an integral part of Spanish culture.