Delicate aromas of red berried fruits are accompaniedby an intriguing wisp of toffee. A smooth and roundedpalate shows polished tannins and a gentle, pleasantfinish.Producer NoteThe philosophy behind Bodegas Viñátigo is to revive and promote the extensivevarietal heritage of the Canary Islands. The journey started in the 1990s, at a centuryoldplot in the village of La Guancha, in the north of Tenerife, where the traditionalvarieties of Listán Blanco and Listán Negro were vinified in the old family winery. Withan uncompromising eye on quality, this dynamic winemaking project hassubsequently expanded to produce thrilling, modern wines from varieties such asGual, Marmajuelo and Vijariego. Bodegas Viñátigo’s ethos is respectful of theenvironment, both in the vineyard where sustainable winegrowing practices areapplied; and in the construction of its state-of-the-art winery which was built in 1997from local materials and designed to minimise energy consumption.VintageThe 2016 vintage resulted in very good quality fruit but lower yields than in previousharvests.VineyardThe absence of phylloxera in the Canary Islands has preserved many uniquevarieties creating an unparalleled viticultural heritage. As a result, all of the vines areungrafted, allowing for a complete interaction between the plant and soil, whichhelps to impart the marked minerality in the wines. The combination of volcanic soils,the cooling Alisios trade winds and the distinctive microclimates found on the island,contributes to the extraordinary personalities of the wines. The vineyard is managedsustainably without the use of herbicides or synthetic products. Due to the orographyof the land, the vineyards are manually cultivated resulting in handcrafted wines.WinemakingThe grapes were cooled to almost 0°C prior to vinification. Sulphur was not added,because at these temperatures oxidation takes place more slowly, which permits thewinemakers to work without the use of additives, while preserving the quality.Fermentation took place with indigenous yeasts at 25°C. The wine was aged inFrench oak barrels for six months.Tasting NoteDelicate aromas of red berried fruits are accompanied by an intriguing wisp oftoffee. A smooth and rounded palate shows polished tannins and a gentle, pleasantfinish.Serving SuggestionThe perfect accompaniment to a Sunday roast with all the trimmings.GrapeNegramoll 100%