Ego Bodegas Gorú Verde
WHY WE LOVE IT
- Produced from organically grown grapes. Vegan certified.
- The vineyard site is located in the D.O.P. of Jumilla.
Varietal Composition: 100% Monastrell
Elaboration: This wine is elaborated during the first week of October with Monastrell grapes selected from our certified organic farming vineyards. The vineyards are on average 25 years old. The separation of the grapes harvested ecologically and conventionally is guaranteed, not only by the facilities, but also by the vinification processes. The wine ages for 2 months in american oak barrels before bottling.
Tasting Notes: Black cherry with purple violet hues. Clean, fragrant with a bouquet of spices, violets and blueberries. Smooth texture, with savory red fruits, soft with a round tannins, well-balanced acidity and a pure finish.
PRESS
2018 – 90 Wine Spectator | 90 Decanter World Wine Awards “Silver”
2020 – 90 Wine Spectator
2021 – 90 Wine Spectator
PRODUCER BACKGROUND
Ego Bodegas is a Spanish winery located in Jumilla, a region known for its hot, dry climate and high-altitude vineyards. The winery is relatively new, established in 2011 by husband-and-wife team Santos Ortiz and Ioana Paunescu, with the goal of producing high-quality wines at affordable prices. The operation boasts 35 hectares (86 acres) of vineyard, predominantly planted to 50+ year old, ungrafted, bush vines with the Monastrell (Mourvèdre) grape. Their wines are known for being deeply fruity, concentrated, and highly perfumed.
Each bottle of wine from Ego bodegas carries the principles on which the winery was founded upon: Ego, Talento, and Infinito.
Ego : The concept of I. Talento : The ability to perform and carry out a task. Infinito : The power to dream without borders.