Pago de Larrainzar – Navarra, Spain
An elegant and complex rosé made from estate-grown Merlot and Tempranillo. Crafted using the traditional saignée method and aged partially in oak barrels, this wine breaks away from stereotypes—refined, fresh, and designed to be enjoyed year-round.
Rosado de Larrainzar 2023
Wine type: Rosé wine
Blend: 80% Merlot, 20% Tempranillo
Vintage: 2023
Alcohol content: 13.5% vol
Production: 3,172 bottles
Serving temperature: 8–10°C (46–50°F)
Vineyard: 100% estate-owned, 17 hectaresVinification & Aging:
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Brief maceration with skins
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Free-run juice obtained by bleeding (saignée)
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Fermentation: 64% in stainless steel, 36% in French oak barrels
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Aged for 5 months on fine lees in oak (50% new)
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Final blend released in March 2024
Tasting Notes
Appearance: Pale salmon with pink hues; bright and attractive
Aroma: Subtle and fresh, with red fruit, grapefruit, white flowers, orange blossom, fennel, toffee, and dried leaves
Palate: Fresh, full, and balanced; high acidity adds liveliness and volume; layered with citrus, floral, and red fruit nuances
Finish: Long and pleasant, made to be enjoyed throughout the year—even by those who don’t usually drink rosé-