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El Bombero (187ml) 2022
Cariñena DO
Spain's El Bombero is no stranger to the Top 10, having won hearts everywhere with its irresistible velvety smoothness, old-vine intensity, richness and warmth. Think oodles of spicy raspberry and damson fruit all packed into one delicious red.
Beyond the Label
Tasting notes
Rich and warming, smooth tannins, well balanced fruit and power
Aroma
Pronounced notes of red berries, kirsch and spices
Allergy information
Contains sulphites
For lovers of big, smooth reds, El Bombero is a top choice. It comes from Cariñena, a hot, arid region of Spain where sun-loving grapes like Garnacha (same as Châteauneuf’s Grenache) achieve amazing ripeness. Ancient vines, hot summers and a lack of rain mean fewer grapes, which in turn means superb flavour intensity. Hence mouthfilling El Bombero. There are no fancy châteaux around Cariñena, but, as Decanter magazine notes, that doesn’t stop it from being home to some of the best-value reds in the world. From award-winning winemaker Javier Domeque, El Bombero is packed with spicy black fruit power and a warm glow. Great on its own and a tasty choice for casseroles, full-flavoured pasta dishes, herby roast sausages and mash, and barbecues.
From the 2020 vintage
