NV Bodegas Vinatigo Listan Negro Tinto

Product Information

• Country: country_Spain
• Region: region_Canary Islands
• Region2: region2_Tenerife
• Brand: brand_Bodegas Viñátigo
• Size: size_750ml
• Color: color_Red
• Style: style_Dry
• Varietal: varietal_Listán Negro

Product Description

Volcanic soils forged this wine centuries ago. The Canary Islands remain an untamed viticultural frontier where phylloxera never reached, preserving ancient rootstocks deeply anchored in basaltic ash. Bodegas Viñátigo champions this extreme terroir under the guidance of Juan Jesús Méndez. He approaches the native Listán Negro grape with obsessive precision. Instead of masking the fruit with oak, he’s utilizing stainless steel and brief maceration periods to capture the raw, electrical energy of Tenerife's jagged northwest coast.

It’s terroir translated into liquid. The un-grafted vines grow on perilous slopes heavily battered by Atlantic trade winds, stressing the plants to yield grapes of immense concentration and savory depth. It speaks of crushed rocks and maritime climate rather than simple fruit. You aren't getting standard berry flavors here. The wine possesses a feral edge.

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Nose: A pronounced cloud of white pepper and volcanic ash rises immediately. Underlying notes of crushed red currants mingle with a faint, smoky scrubland aroma. It’s a distinctly wild and peppery profile.

Palate: The texture is bright and remarkably tensile. Fresh pomegranate and tart cranberry dominate initially, quickly giving way to an intense, rocky minerality that crackles across the tongue. It doesn’t rely on heavy tannins. Instead, electric acidity drives the mid-palate, revealing subtle layers of wild herbs and charred earth.

Finish: It finishes with an assertive, smoky snap. Lingering traces of dried thyme and crushed pumice stone persist for minutes. You’re left tasting the volcanic ash.

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This vibrant red cuts through rich, savory dishes with effortless precision. Pair it with slow-roasted pork shoulder rubbed with smoked paprika and garlic. Alternatively, serve it alongside traditional Canary Island wrinkled potatoes bathed in a spicy mojo rojo sauce. The wine's intrinsic smokiness elevates those earthy spices.

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Bodegas Viñátigo Listán Negro Tinto | Volcanic Spanish Red Wine

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Discover Bodegas Viñátigo Listán Negro Tinto from the Canary Islands. Un-grafted vines yield a vibrant red wine with notes of volcanic ash and white pepper.

Nose: Freshly cracked black pepper takes the lead, followed by ripe black plum, dark berries and subtle fig-leaf aromas. A savory, earthy undertone reflects Tenerife's volcanic origins.

Palate: Juicy and medium-bodied, with concentrated dark fruit, gentle spice and refreshing acidity. Smooth, well-integrated tannins provide structure without weighing down the wine. A subtle smoky quality adds depth.

Finish: Fresh and pleasantly savory, with lingering black pepper, dark plum and earthy mineral nuances. The tannins remain polished and the fruit fades gracefully.

Pairs beautifully with grilled chorizo, roasted chicken, pork tenderloin, lamb chops, mushroom pasta, charcuterie, aged Manchego, grilled tuna and traditional Canarian dishes featuring mojo rojo.