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Albahra Chingao, Envínate - 2023

Name: Albahra Chingao, Envínate
Brand: Envinate
SKU: 43429
Price: 84.96 USD
Availability: InStock

Item # 43429 1.5

The first release from Envínate from fruit grown in the Almansa region of Spain. Made from 25 year old Garnacha vines growing at high elevation in limestone rich soil. Vinified 70% whole cluster and aged in concrete with no added SO2.

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Color

Red

Vintage

2023

Country

Spain

Region

Almansa

Producer

Envinate

Grape Variety

Grenache

Production Methods

Organic

Natural

Wine made from organically or biodynamically grown grapes with minimal intervention avoiding the use of chemicals, additives and technology.

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