From the remote volcanic slopes of Tenerife, Envínate brings us this wine – a pure expression of the island’s high-altitude vineyards. The wine is made mostly from misión (also known as listán prieto, 90%) with a dash of tintilla, grown on ungrafted vines at over 1000 metres above sea level in sandy, volcanic soils.
Hand-harvested, naturally fermented with indigenous yeasts and aged in neutral vessels, the wine speaks of its terroir. Envínate, founded by four friends in 2005, has become a benchmark for authentic Atlantic wines, working with forgotten sites across the Canary Islands and mainland Spain.
Benje Tinto 2023 (Envínate)
A translucent ruby hue in the glass. Aromas of redcurrant, strawberry and wild herbs mingle with a touch of volcanic smoke. On the palate it is vibrant and linear, with delicate tannins, a saline lift and a long, mineral finish.
Price: Low
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