2021 El Escoces Volante Manga de Brujo

Brand	El Escocés Volante
Region	Calatayud
Varietal	Garnacha
Size	750ml
Alcohol %	14.5%
Vintage	2021
Country	Spain
Organically Grown

93/100 James Suckling & 92/100 Wine Advocate… this El Escoces Volante Manga de Brujo 2021 is a continuation of excellence for this Chateauneuf du Pape like red previously House Red for the World’s #1 Restaurant El Bulli for 3-consecutive years. It’s a gift to its drinkers/followers that such quality can still be delivered & purchased under $30 bottle circa 15-years since release. Artisan winemakers like Norrell Robertson MW come up with creative names… like Manga del Brujo – translating to “wizards’ sleeve” – this wizard Spanish red is too good to be true for the money. Made up of dry-grown, organically managed old vine Garnacha (70%), Syrah (15%), Tempranillo (10%) and Mazuelo (5%), located 900-metres above sea level in almost drought-like conditions. The old bush vines produce minuscule yields with the resulting fruit being intensely concentrated, powerful, and dense. A very complex, fine, and joyous red blend on release that can also be aged 7-10 years from vintage.

Wildflowers, small, concentrated blackberry fruits with subtle hints of baking spice and dried herbs.

Medium bodied and plush with blackberry, cassis, spices, and dried herbs. A subtly, powerful wine with fine, clinging tannins, superb length and juiciness. A must for lovers of Chateauneuf du Pape and like blends, also lovers of very serious Otago Pinot Noir. Enjoy with game meats or cellar for 7-10 years from vintage.