Azimut Negre

Spain, Catalonia, Penedès, Penedès DO
Bottle
Ratings
GR 83
Identity
Producer Cellers de Can Suriol del Castell
Vol 0.75
Classification Certified organic (CCPAE)
Grapes 40% Ull de Llebre (Tempranillo), 20% Garnatxa (Grenache), 20% Monastrell, 10% Syrah, 10% Samsó (Carignan)
Color red
Sweetness Dry
Tasting
Color Desc Vibrant, crunchy purple (violet) and red fruit aromas and flavors
Aroma Black cherry, blackcurrant, mulberry, tobacco leaf, vibrant purple and red fruit aromas
Palate Medium-bodied with refreshing acidity and well-integrated tannins; dark red fruit and earthy palate of black currant, mulberries, and tobacco leaves
Finish Cleanses the palate, making each sip enjoyable; earthy and lingering finish
Food Pairing Grilled vegetables, red meat, game meat
Aging Potential 5-7 years
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
AVERAGE
Enology
Organic Yes
Natural Yes
Aging Process 12 months maturing in underground concrete tanks; natural fermentation with indigenous yeasts; malolactic fermentation and battonage for 3 months in concrete tanks
Fermentation Vinified in 15,000-liter stainless steel tanks for 20 days with only indigenous yeasts; malolactic fermentation in concrete tanks
Terroir
Altitude (m) 250 m
Soil Calcareous clay
Vine Age 20 years
Harvest Type manual
Harvest Desc Grapes sourced from certified organic farmers in three distinct terroirs: coast (Masia la Serra), central (Heretat del Castellot), and mountains (Gatalletes)
Interesting facts
Part of a limited 50,000 bottle production; represents the Suriol family's commitment to minimal intervention winemaking
Logistics
Cork natural cork