Maisulan Los Magines 2020
Los Magines 2020 is a wine born of elevation and intention. Cultivated in the limestone-rich soils of the Rioja Alavesa at high altitudes, this wine reflects the fusion of pure terroir and mindful craft.
At this boutique, biodynamic-inspired estate, every vine is treated with respect and minimal intervention. Hand-harvested fruit is fermented spontaneously and aged carefully to preserve clarity, elegance and vibrancy. The result: a Rioja that stands apart — refined, expressive and unmistakably true to its origin. Ideal for the wine-lover seeking depth with nuance.
🥂 Tasting Notes
Appearance: Slightly transparent garnet red — elegant clarity rather than dense opacity.
Aroma: A floral yet ripe profile — violet, rose petals and jasmine interplay with ripe dark fruit (black cherry, blackberry), warm bread and almond notes, with herbal undertones and a hint of warm bark or spice.
Palate: Balanced and finely textured: juicy red and blue berry fruit gives freshness, supported by fine but noticeable tannins and lively acidity. Notes of undergrowth, sloe, subtle oak spice (cinnamon bark), herbs, and a minerally edge add complexity. The finish is long, clear, with tension rather than heavy extraction.
Food Pairing: Excellent with grilled lamb or beef, mature semi-hard cheeses, vegetable-rich stews, even truffled polenta. Serve slightly chilled if young, or decanted.
DOC Riojo Alavesa
Grapes & Vinification: Primarily Tempranillo with small proportions of other local / traditional varieties (such as Viura, Malvasía, etc). Grown on poor, calcareous soils with bush-trained vines. Hand-harvested, destemmed, spontaneous fermentation, aged in French barriques.
Alcohol 14%