Bodegas Olivares Valor de Olivares - Limited Edition 25 ans (500ml) 1996
DESCRIPTION
Bodegas Olivares Valor de Olivares 1996 Limited Edition is an exceptional fortified, oxidative wine, crafted from old Monastrell vines aged between 60 and 80 years old. Originally sold for just 25 pesetas a bottle, this wine was kept in casks following its immediate success. After 25 years of aging in 1,000L oak foudres, it reveals a unique aromatic depth. Alcohol 18%. Bodegas Olivares was founded in 1930 by Pascual Olivares Fernandez, driven by the conviction that Monastrell could reflect the unique character of Jumilla. The estate is located in the Hoya de Santa Ana area, at the highest altitude of the appellation, benefiting from warm days and cool nights, ideal for slow ripening. Across its 275 hectares, the estate primarily cultivates Monastrell, alongside Syrah and Grenache. Winemaking is natural, featuring manual harvesting and fermentation with indigenous yeasts.
On the nose, aromas of figs, dates, ripe fruits, sweet spices, cocoa, balsamic, and liquorice. On the palate, the wine is dense, full-bodied, and savory, with a beautiful structure and great freshness. It pairs with chocolate fondant or pan-seared foie gras with fig jam. Serve at 9°C. Aging potential of 30 years and beyond.
REGION
Murcia
Spain
The Murcia region lies in southeast Spain. Thanks to its continental and Mediterranean climate, its grapes are concentrated and sweet. There are three appellations of origin: Bullas, Jumilla and Yecla. Here Monastrell (Mourvèdre) shows at its best, a grape with low acidity but a beautiful tannic structure. Monastrell gives warm, full bodied wines with aromas of fruit, pepper and truffle. Other red grapes grown in the region include Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah. For whites, Macabeo and Airén, two typical Spanish grapes, are joined by Muscat, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Pedro Ximénez.
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This 1996 vintage is a wine of memory, offering oxidative complexity and impressive longevity.
