Bodega Marañones
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Bottle
750ml
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Bodega Marañones: Garnacha from the Sierra de Gredos
Bodega Marañones is one of the producers behind the rise of Spain's most exciting new wine region, the Sierra de Gredos west of Madrid. Led by winemaker Fernando García, also co-founder of the cult Gredos project Comando G, Marañones farms old Garnacha and the local white grape Albillo Real on granite slopes around San Martín de Valdeiglesias. The wines are fresh, floral and transparent: Garnacha that drinks more like fine Burgundy than the ripe, heavy Garnacha many people expect.
Bodega Marañones: Quick Reference
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Region | San Martín de Valdeiglesias, Vinos de Madrid DO, in the Sierra de Gredos |
| Winemaker | Fernando García (co-founder of Comando G) |
| Grapes | Garnacha for the reds; Albillo Real for the whites |
| Soils | Granite and sand at high altitude |
| Style | Fresh, floral, mineral and medium-bodied, with fine tannins |
| Serving Temperature | Reds at 58 to 62°F; whites at 50 to 54°F |
| Pairings | Roast lamb, grilled pork, mushrooms, charcuterie, roast chicken |
The Wines of Bodega Marañones
- Treinta Mil Maravedíes: The estate's signature red and the best introduction to Gredos Garnacha. Flowers and luscious fruit, with the imprint of granite in a firm, vibrant texture and surprising depth and length. Available by the half case.
- Marañones: The estate red, richer and riper than many Gredos wines. Iron, plum, cherry and herbs, with firm, tight-grained tannins and a long finish.
- Labros: Garnacha with dried strawberry, cherry and floral notes, ultra-fine tannins and a long, fresh finish.
- Picarana: The estate white, made from Albillo Real, the traditional white grape of the Sierra de Gredos.
Vintages and availability change often. Every Marañones wine currently in stock is listed above, and new arrivals appear here automatically.
Why Sierra de Gredos Garnacha Is Different
The Sierra de Gredos is a mountain range straddling Madrid, Ávila and Toledo. Its old Garnacha vines grow at high altitude on poor granite and sand, with cold nights and big temperature swings. For decades the grapes went into bulk wine. In the 2000s a small group of growers, including Fernando García and Daniel Landi of Comando G, began picking earlier and making light-handed wines that show the place. The result is Garnacha with red fruit, flowers, herbs and a stony freshness, often compared to Grenache from Châteauneuf-du-Pape's best sites or to red Burgundy.
Food Pairing and Serving
Serve Marañones reds slightly cool, at 58 to 62°F, in a Burgundy glass. Their freshness and fine tannins work with roast lamb, grilled pork, mushroom dishes, charcuterie and roast chicken. Picarana is excellent with roast fish, poultry and aged cheeses.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bodega Marañones
Where is Bodega Marañones?
Bodega Marañones is in San Martín de Valdeiglesias, in the Vinos de Madrid DO, on the slopes of the Sierra de Gredos west of Madrid.
Who makes Marañones wine?
Marañones is led by winemaker Fernando García, who is also a co-founder of Comando G, one of the most celebrated producers in the Sierra de Gredos.
What grape is Marañones made from?
The red wines are made from old-vine Garnacha. The white Picarana is made from Albillo Real, the local white grape of the Gredos mountains.
What does Treinta Mil Maravedíes taste like?
Treinta Mil Maravedíes is a fresh, floral Garnacha with bright red fruit, a firm, vibrant texture from granite soils and real depth and length.
What food goes with Marañones wine?
Roast lamb, grilled pork, mushroom dishes, charcuterie and roast chicken. Serve the reds slightly cool for the best balance.
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