Vias Pijoan DOMENICA BLEND 2020

Vias Pijoan DOMENICA BLEND 2020

A Versatile Mexican Red Discover the vibrant character of the Valle de Guadalupe with the Vias Pijoan Domenica Blend 2020. This ruby-colored red, boasting 13.9% alcohol, is a testament to the harmonious marriage of Grenache, Syrah, and Cariena, carefully aged for 12 months in second-use French, Hungarian, and American oak barrels. This meticulous aging process imparts subtle complexity while preserving the wine’s bright fruit core.

Tasting Notes:

• The Domenica Blend 2020 opens with an inviting bouquet of candied red fruits, most notably strawberries with a creamy sweetness, ripe raspberry, and luscious candied cherries. Elegant notes from its oak aging weave through the fruit, revealing hints of warm cloves, fragrant cinnamon, delicate vanilla, and a touch of rich dark chocolate.
• On the palate, this is a beautifully medium-bodied wine that feels both clean and balanced. The soft and velvety tannins contribute to a smooth texture, leading to a polished and satisfying mouthfeel.
• The vibrant fruit notes from the nose carry through, culminating in a great persistence in the aftertaste, leaving you with lingering impressions of candied red berries and gentle spice.

Food Pairing:

• This Domenica Blend is remarkably versatile at the table. Its profile complements a wide array of cuisines, including spicy dishes, sauted meats, chicken, duck, or pork served with fruit or light sauces, and even seared tuna.
• It’s also a delightful match for hard aged cheeses and pungent blue cheeses.
• Embrace its Mexican heritage by pairing it with Cecina de res, light moles, or the nuanced flavors of chiles rellenos or chiles en nogada.

For optimal enjoyment, serve at a recommended temperature of 18C (63-64F).

Wine Profile Highlights:

Crafted with precision, the Grenache, Syrah, and Cariena varietals were fermented separately in small stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures, with extended skin contact to extract optimal color and flavor. The expressive Grenache, sourced from a low-yielding vineyard in the sandy-loam soils of the La Grulla Valley, forms the heart of this blend. The Syrah hails from the same esteemed vineyard, contributing its signature spice and structure.