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El Mozo El Cosmonauta Paraje 601

El Mozo El Cosmonauta Paraje 601

A wine that treads tradition while soaring with imagination
Organic
El Mozo El Cosmonauta Paraje 601
75 cl.
2020
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Details
14.50%
Alcohol 14.50%
La Rioja
Production area La Rioja
D.O.Ca. Rioja
Designation of Origin D.O.Ca. Rioja
El Mozo Wines
Winery El Mozo Wines
Contains sulphites
Malvasía, Tempranillo, Viura
Varieties Malvasía, Tempranillo, Viura
14.0
Service 14.0
75 cl.
Volume 75 cl.

Tasting notes El Mozo El Cosmonauta Paraje 601 2020

Red wine Aged in wood Organic. 12 meses en barrica and 12 meses en botella.

El Mozo Cosmonauta Paraje 601 2020 is presented with a brilliant red hue that captures attention. Upon bringing the glass closer, notes of ripe red fruits such as cherries and raspberries invade the nose, accompanied by subtle floral aromas. A delicate hint of vanilla and toast, a result of its contact with wood, adds dimension to the olfactory experience. Upon tasting, the freshness combines with a lightness that does not sacrifice character. This wine surprises with its fluidity and depth, making each sip a delight. Ideal for those seeking a red wine with elegance and personality but without being overwhelming.

Style El Mozo El Cosmonauta Paraje 601
Fruity
Spicy
Young
Barrel
Light
Body
Pairing
Hamburgers, Soft cheeses, Red meat, Aperitif, White meats, Charcuterie, Cured cheeses, Blue cheeses

About El Mozo El Cosmonauta Paraje 601

In nearly every village across the Alava region, there is a magical moment that marks the beginning of the festivities: a figure descends from on high—usually from the church tower—and in its solemn and festive descent, it announces to residents and visitors alike that the celebration has begun.

In Lanciego, the viticultural heart of Rioja Alavesa, the tradition takes on a cosmic touch. Here, the festivities are held in honour of Nuestra Señora del Campo, whose main day is the 8th of September. And as midnight approaches, it is not a villager, a farmer, nor a popular character that descends: it is an astronaut. Yes, a cosmonaut who, suspended in the air, officially inaugurates the merriment.

The tradition dates back to 1970, just a year after man set foot on the moon. In the midst of the space race aftermath, Lanciego decided to look to the heavens and make that historic milestone its own. This nod to the extraordinary, amidst a landscape of old vineyards and rural tradition, quite aptly defines the character of the village: rooted to the land, yet with a restless gaze.

This very blend of roots and rebelliousness drives the project of El Mozo Wines, the small family winery run by Itxaso and Unai Compañón alongside Gorka Mauleón. Grandchildren of "El Mozo"—the nickname by which their grandfather, a pioneer in planting the family's first vineyards, was known—they decided to take a stand when the crucial moment arrived: sell the vineyard or devote themselves to it. They chose the latter. With 9 hectares spread over 18 small plots and vineyards that in some cases exceed 70 years, their project is committed to organic viticulture, meticulous work by landscape, and an honest interpretation of the Lanciego landscape.

From this blend of rural tradition and nonconformist spirit emerges El Mozo Cosmonauta Paraje 601, an organic D.O.Ca. Rioja wine that pays homage both to the festive astronaut and the ancient winemaking practices of the region.

The blend of tempranillo and viura revives a historic practice of La Rioja: adding white grapes to the red to impart freshness, tension, and a distinct vibrancy on the palate. A way to reinterpret how wines were made in the past, when varieties were harvested and fermented together in the wine presses.

Fermentation takes place in a French oak vat, and subsequently, the wine ages for a year in barrels, also of French oak. The result is a red wine that balances character and fluidity, depth and lightness, with a freshness that invites drinking without sacrificing structure.

Like the astronaut of Lanciego, who descends each year from the heights to remind the village that the festivities have begun, El Mozo Cosmonauta Paraje 601 lands in the glass to celebrate tradition and assert the character of Rioja Alavesa: a land with deep roots and a broad outlook.

 

2020

El Mozo Cosmonauta Paraje 601 2020 is presented with a brilliant red hue that captures attention. Upon bringing the glass closer, notes of ripe red fruits such as cherries and raspberries invade the nose, accompanied by subtle floral aromas. A delicate hint of vanilla and toast, a result of its contact with wood, adds dimension to the olfactory experience. Upon tasting, the freshness combines with a lightness that does not sacrifice character. This wine surprises with its fluidity and depth, making each sip a delight. Ideal for those seeking a red wine with elegance and personality but without being overwhelming.

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  • We send it to Portugal with CTT Express to your home
  • The shipment for 12 bottles is €8.50 with CTT Express.
  • For orders over €150 shipping is free with CTT Express.