Finca Sandoval 'Finca Sandoval' 2021

Finca Sandoval is the estate's flagship wine, made from the best parcels of Syrah and Bobal from the 'Casa Blanca' vineyards on the Sandoval estate in Ledaña, Manchuela, Spain. The result is a beautiful expression of these two varieties that fuses typicity with a defined sense of place.

Finca Sandoval is located in Manchuela, a lesser-known wine region in central Spain that's gaining recognition for its indigenous varietals and high-quality winemaking. The estate works with old-vine Bobal, a variety that's rarely seen outside this region, combining it with Syrah to create wines that are both distinctive and genuinely compelling.

The two grapes are fermented separately in open-top fermenters before aging for 15 months in French oak barrels. Then the wines are blended together before bottling. This separate fermentation allows each variety to express itself fully before being blended, creating layers of complexity and character. The 15 months in French oak adds structure and integration without overwhelming the fruit.

This wine smells Mediterranean – smokey and full of dried herbs and olive. The palate is balanced and fresh, with wild strawberry, red cherry, and blackcurrant notes with notes of pepper, sage, and thyme. The combination of Bobal's structure and Syrah's aromatic complexity creates a wine that's both powerful and elegant, showing the best of what Manchuela can achieve.

What you get is a beautiful expression of place – Mediterranean aromas, balanced palate, and that characteristic freshness that comes from high-quality viticulture and careful winemaking. This is the flagship wine from Finca Sandoval, showing what makes this estate special.

Serve it at room temperature with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, game, stews, or aged cheeses. This is serious, characterful Manchuela wine from a producer committed to showcasing the best of what this region can offer, perfect for those looking for something with real complexity and sense of place.