Desierto de Almería

Styles

Principal grape varieties

Terroir

• Climate of high sun exposure, elevated heat accumulation, and scarce rainfall during ripening, typical of desert conditions.
• Vineyards situated at approximately 500 m elevation, which moderates Mediterranean heat and preserves acidity.
• Slate soils that impart mineral notes to the red wines.
• Soils with a calcareous component that contribute structure and elegance to the reds.
• The geoclimatic conditions of the Desierto de Almería were officially recognised in 2003.

• The IGP was officially recognised in July 2003 by the Junta de Andalucía.
• The profile of the reds includes mineral notes linked to slate soils and complexity derived from calcareous soils.

• Reds: deep cherry-garnet to black cherry in colour, aromas of dark fruits, raisins, and balsamic notes; powerful and fleshy on the palate with a mineral undertone.
• Whites: straw yellow to pale gold with greenish highlights, floral and fruity aromas, rich and flavourful on the palate with balanced acidity.

• The slate and partially calcareous soils lend the reds a mineral backbone, elegance, and a long finish with echoes of fruit.

Facts drawn from the cahier's terroir-link section (Lien au terroir) by automatic interpretation — see the the specification.

Sources

• eAmbrosia register (EU) — File number PGI-ES-A1408
• Official trade body site — JdA — IGP Desierto de Almería