Mestizaje Tinto
75cl
/
13.5% Vol
Made using a blend of traditional and modern techniques, this delicious and fruity blend is also 100% organic and vegan-friendly, with beautiful and balanced acidity. Enjoy with Asian cuisine, pasta, cheese, or as an aperitif.
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Tasting Notes from Celtic Whiskey Shop and Wines on the Green
Nose
Aromas of red and black fruit, with roasted and herbaceous notes. Floral and mineral background.
Palate
Quite robust on the palate, with plenty of fruit and spices, balanced by vibrant acidity. Wonderful, long finish.
Fact Sheet
Fluid
75cl
Grape Variety
70-75% Bobal, 15-20% Garnacha (Grenache), 10-15% Syrah
Maturation
Maturation takes place in a mix of French oak and 80HL tanks for a period of 10 months.
Alcohol %
13.5%
Style
Full-bodied, spicy, fruity red wine
Estate/Producer
Bodega Mustiguillo
Country
Spain
Region/AOC
Valencia
Vintage
2019
Cellaring/Ageing Potential
Drink now or keep up to 5 years
Food Matching
Food Matching
Pairs great with Asian cuisine, cured meats, pasta, mushrooms, medium cheeses, and salads. Also delicious as an aperitif.
Awards and/or Press Quotes
Awards and/or Press Quotes
Wine Advocate 2019 - 91 Points
FAQs
Dark chocolate pairs best with wines that have the structural intensity to match its bitter cocoa and tannin character without being overwhelmed. Fortified wines are the strongest match: aged Tawny Port with its dried fig, rancio, and roasted nut character is the classic pairing. Banyuls from the Roussillon, a naturally sweet Grenache based wine, is the benchmark French equivalent. A full bodied, fruit forward red such as Zinfandel or Amarone can also work, where the ripe dark fruit and spice complement the chocolate.
Many wines use animal derived fining agents during production to clarify and stabilise the liquid before bottling. Common fining agents include isinglass (derived from fish swim bladders), gelatine (bovine or porcine), casein (milk protein), and egg whites (albumin). These are added to bind suspended particles and removed before bottling, but trace quantities may remain. Vegan wines use alternatives including bentonite clay, activated carbon, or pea protein. Checking the Barnivore database or looking for a vegan certification on the label is the most reliable approach.
Customer Reviews
Customer Reviews