More about the 2020 TIERRA DE CUBAS VAQUERIZAS OLD VINES GARNACHA: The 2020 Tierra de Cubas Vaquerizas Old Vines Garnacha is a striking expression of Aragón’s viticultural heritage, sourced from Garnacha vines over 50 years old rooted in the Vaquerizas vineyard near Cariñena. These gnarled, dry-farmed vines grow in stony, iron-rich soils that challenge the roots to burrow deep, resulting in low yields of intensely concentrated fruit. The high elevation and wide diurnal shifts of the region contribute freshness and aromatic lift, preserving balance in a grape known for both its power and generosity. Crafted by Bodegas Tierra de Cubas, a family-run estate under the Bodegas San Valero cooperative umbrella, the wine is vinified with great care to highlight the inherent purity and depth of these old vines. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel to retain vibrancy, followed by careful aging in a mix of French and American oak barrels that gently polish the wine’s structure without overshadowing its varietal charm. The result is a Garnacha that walks the line between rustic intensity and refined elegance, with a core of ripe red berries, crushed violets, and hints of spice and earth. In the glass, the 2020 vintage is generous yet composed—showing layers of raspberry, wild herbs, and subtle mineral tension that speak clearly of its high-altitude origin. It’s a wine that honors the quiet resilience of old vines and the dedication of those who tend them, offering a snapshot of Cariñena’s untamed beauty and Spain’s enduring relationship with Garnacha. For lovers of character-driven reds, Vaquerizas is both a celebration of place and a compelling value.