El Circo, Macabeo 2015 PRODUCER El Circo means 'the circus', and each of the varieties in this range is represented by a different circus performer. The wines are made by the co-operative located in DO Cariñena, the same name as the grape variety, which is known as Carignan in France. A new, modern winery was built in 2002. Winemaker Marcelo Morales Calderon is Chilean, having previously worked for Carmen and Veramonte among others. He came for the vintage 13 years ago and stayed, as he was excited both by the quality of the fruit and the high standard of the facilities he had - and still has - at his disposal. VINEYARDS The co-operative has numerous vineyards with different microclimates and altitudes ranging from 320 to 850 metres above sea level. The continental climate, with cold winters and hot summers, is mitigated by a beneficial cool and dry wind, the Cierzo, which blows through the vineyards all year long ensuring the grapes remain healthy. VINTAGE The 2015 summer saw high temperatures and high rainfall, especially in July. These conditions supported the maturation process, providing plenty of water reserves. The harvest began in the first week of September and ended in the final days of November.The harvested grapes were ripe and healthy. VINIFICATION The grapes underwent temperature controlled fermentation in stainless steel tanks. The wine was bottled young without any oak maturation. TASTING NOTES Pale yellow with greenish hues. An intense fruity bouquet with citrus and VINTAGE INFORMATION tropical fruits. Full bodied, the wine has excellent balance and a Vintage 2015 pleasant finish full of lime, banana and pineapple. Region Aragon Grape Varieties 100% Macabeo Winemaker Marcelo Morales Calderon Closure Stelvin ABV 12.5% Bottle Sizes 75cl.