Ariyanas Tinto | Malaga, Spain

£16.10

A blend of Merlot (65%), Tempranillo (25%) and Romé (10%)

The wine is aged for 8 months in French oak barrels and bottled unfiltered.

Like the winery name Bentomiz, which comes from the ancient castle on the mountain top opposite, Ariyanas is a place name – that of a Moorish hamlet that was next to the vineyard before the Reconquest. The word comes from the Arabic for “aromatic”, which is appropriate since Bentomiz’s wines are definitely aromatic.

A blend of Merlot (65%), Tempranillo (25%) and Romé (10%)

The wine is aged for 8 months in French oak barrels and bottled unfiltered.

Like the winery name Bentomiz, which comes from the ancient castle on the mountain top opposite, Ariyanas is a place name – that of a Moorish hamlet that was next to the vineyard before the Reconquest. The word comes from the Arabic for “aromatic”, which is appropriate since Bentomiz’s wines are definitely aromatic.

Origin: Malaga, Spain

Grapes: Merlot, Tempranillo, Rome

Tasting Notes: Dark crimson colour and spectacularly fragrant with fruity aromas of cherry and wild blackberry with hints of violets. The palate is of delicious mature fruit, sweet tannins and spicy hints. A bold and vivid wine that is fresh and seductive.

ABV: 13.2%

Vintage: 2021

Ageing potential: yes

Attributes: Vegan, oak aged, bottled unfiltered

Clousure: Cork

Farming: Organic practices, bush vines

Sustainability info:

Winery / winemaker: Bodegas Bentomiz, Clara Verjeij 

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Food pairing suggestions: perfect with strong braised meat – eg oxtail with parsnip cream.