Vina Pomal Rioja Rosada, 2021

Viña Pomal was the creation of Don Santiago de Ugarte, co-founder of Bodegas Bilbaínas and the company’s first Managing Director. The first label seen bearing Viña Pomal as a brand belongs to a 1904 Vintage Special Reserve (a truly exceptional year).

Although they would later merge as a single brand, 1904 saw the birth not only of Viña Pomal, but also of Castle Pomal which, produced for the British market, reveals the importance then and now, of the brand’s international presence. It is of note that only the Castle Pomal label showed the arms of the Spanish Royal Family, to which the winery was official supplier of wine.

First Rosé of Viña Pomal. It is made with 70% Grenache and 30% Viura, traditional varieties of Rioja rosés. Able to satisfy lovers of classic wine but with an avant-garde touch. Rosé Viña Pomal pairs with all kinds of entrées, vegetable stews as well as with pastas, pizza and rice dishes. It also makes an ideal pairing with seafood dishes and oily fish.

Tasting Notes

Appearance: Picota cherry red with violet hues.

Nose: High aromatic intensity. Flowers, black fruits and liquorice with hints of vanilla and roasted coffee.

Mouth: It is supple, balanced and fresh on the palate with good structure and mild tannins and soft tannins.