Bodega Sierra Norte Equilibrio 2023

Bodega Sierra Norte — Based in Jumilla, one of Spain’s most exciting wine regions, Sierra Norte farms organically at altitude, where the continental climate and limestone-rich soils push the Monastrell grape to produce wines of real depth and character.

About This Wine

Equilibrio is sourced from the La Raja vineyard at approximately 600 metres altitude, where poor, brown limestone soils and wide diurnal temperature swings concentrate flavour and preserve natural acidity. Farmed organically and crafted to balance the grape’s natural power with freshness, this is a textbook Jumilla Monastrell — structured, spicy, and built to drink over the next few years.

Tasting Notes

Colour: Cherry red with a garnet rim and ruby reflections
Nose: Black fruit, sweet spices and vanilla, with aromas of red fruit, undergrowth and wet earth
Palate: Flavourful and fresh with a slightly balsamic character, good body and well-defined ripe tannins
Finish: Spicy and long-lasting

Food Pairing

Excellent with grilled lamb chops, slow-stewed beef with paprika, manchego cheese, or a hearty Murcian rice dish. Also pairs well with chargrilled vegetables and lentil stews.

Details

Grape: Monastrell
Region: Jumilla, Spain
Farming: Organic
Style: Fuller Flavour Red
Serving Temperature: 16–18°C
Alcohol: 14.5%
Bottle: 75cl
Drink: In the next 3 years