Oxer Kalamity 2022

Oxer Kalamity is incredibly bold with a full array of flavours, enormous length and minerality. The nose goes from soft black forest fruit to animal notes, violet florals and spice. The full-bodied palate exudes black cherry, blackberry and raspberry fruit flavours before revealing its mineral backbone and hints of pink pepper spice. Will develop its complexity in the coming years so this is one to keep!

Fun Fact: The name and label expresses Oxers love forShakespeare. “Shame be to him whothinks evil of it” comes from the play “The Reign of King Edwardthe Third”.

Ageing potential: Keep until 2030!

48% Tempranillo, 48% Garnacha, 2% Viura and 2% Garnacha Blanca. The fruit for this wine comes from two vineyards: one in Crdenas (Rioja Alta) and the other in Elvillar (Rioja Alavesa). The 3 hectare vineyard inCrdenas (Rioja Alta) dates back to 1903, has iron-rich clay soil and is found at 580 metres altitude. The 1 hectare vineyard inElvillar (Rioja Alavesa) is 101-years old, has calcareous clay soil and sits at 600 metres altitude.

Selection of the best grapes from each plot. Separate vinification in open vats, barrels and concrete eggs using indigenous yeasts. Ageing for 12 months in 500L French oak barrels and foudre.