Two decades ago, the red wine Cap de Barbaria put the enchanting island of Formentera on the wine map. Nowadays, this is one of the most highly regarded wines produced in the Balearic archipelago.
Handpicked and fully destemmed, the grapes were gently crushed before being separately fermented in stainless steel tanks under controlled temperature, with periodic pump-overs and a post-fermentation maceration.
This Crianza red wine went through the malolactic fermentation in French oak barrels, where it was subsequently aged for 12-14 months.
The production of the red wine Cap de Barbaria 2019 is very limited.
Aerate this Spanish red wine some time before drinking.
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Appearance
The red wine Cap de Barbaria is deep purple with some cherry-coloured reflections.
Nose
Toast and spice intertwine with some smoky and balsamic suggestions, underscoring the lively, pitch-perfect ripe forest fruit. This blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Monastrell and Fogoneu also showcases notes of Mediterranean scrubland and a bright, saline minerality.
Palate
Fresh and richly layered, with excellent balance and definition and a refined tannic backbone. This wine of bodega Cap de Barbaria is long and evocative, leaving a remembrance of cocoa, sea fennel and spice.
Our personal opinion
The wine Cap de Barbaria 2019 seamlessly merges French elegance with Mediterranean allure.
Year
2019
Type
Red
D.O.
VT Formentera
Bottle size
75 cl
Percentage of Alcohol
14.5
Serving tempurature
16-18ºC
Should this wine be decanted?
20 minutes before serving
Does this wine follow the guidelines of biodynamic Farming?
No
Is this product free of sulfites?
No
Vegan
No
Ageing
Crianza
Type of ageing
Months in French oak barrels
Number of months aged in Barrels
12-14
Enterwine's Score
92
Percentage of variety
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Monastrell, Fogoneu.
Pairings
Birds, Grilled red meats, Majorcan cuisine, Pasta with red sauce and meat, Red meat with gravy, Roasted foods, Roasted lamb, Roasted red meats, Roasted white meats, Sheep´s cheese, Stuffed Chicken
Taste
Silky and intense, Tasty with barrel notes
Occasion
Business dinner, Dinner with friends, Family reunion, To bring to an engagement
