Ribas Sio Negre 2009
Sió wine was conceived in 2000 as a tribute to our grandmother Sió (the Majorcan diminutive of Concepció). An elegant, fresh, fruity wine with a mineral base owing to the predominantly calcareous soils of our vineyard
Winemakers Notes:
Vino de la Tierra Mallorca
Grape varieties:
50% Manto negro
25% Cabernet Sauvignon
15% Syrah
10% Merlot
Aging: 12 months
Barrel type: 50% new French oak and 50% second year French oak from Ribas de Cabrera.
Elaboration:
The grapes are harvested by hand before being selected, grape by grape, and carefully prepared at the winery´s facilities. The grapes had to be scrupulously selected from the oldest Manto negro vine stocks, a Majorcan variety with amazing aromatic potential that adds a fruity aroma and warmth. It is complemented with 25-year-old vines of more structured varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.
Alcoholic Strength: 14.5%
Life: 8-10 years
