Callejo
Callejo Majuelos de Callejo
Red wine
4.5
Expert Rating
4.2
Regularly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Callejo Majuelos de Callejo is a powerful red wine hailing from the Ribera del Duero region located in Castilla y León. The name of the wine 'Majuelo' refers to small, marginal vineyards grown on poor soils. The wine is composed of Tinto Fino, a local clone of Tempranillo tending to give fuller and more muscular expressions compared to Rioja. The grapes are sourced from high elevation sites that yield berries with thicker skins. After harvest, the grapes are crushed and fermented, before undergoing maturation for a period of around 18 months in larger oak barrels.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Callejo Majuelos de Callejo has a deep ruby color with thick tears that stain the glass.The nose is explosive, offering pronounced aromas of ripe dark fruits, such as blackberries and plums, accompanied by subtle hints of vanilla and spices. The aromas are joined by layers of earth and leather. Upon tasting, this wine reveals a full-bodied and velvety texture, with muscular tannins that add structure and elegance. The flavors of black fruits continue to dominate the palate, complemented by notes of dark chocolate and a touch of oak that mark the long finish.
EXPERT RATING
4.5
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2060
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
No/Low
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Tempranillo
ORIGINS
Winery: Callejo
Region: Castilla y León
Castilla y Léon is one of Spain's largest and most important wine regions, located in the northern half of the Iberian Peninsula. It is a region rich in viticultural history and with a continental climate.
Castilla y Léon has a long and storied history of winemaking, with the first vines being planted by the Romans in the 1st century BC. The region has been producing wine ever since, and today it is one of the most important wine regions in SpainCUSTOMER RATING
4.2
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