Celler Alimara, Pinzellada ‘GN’ 2018
Celler Alimara, Pinzellada ‘GN’ 2018 is a dry, full-bodied red from Grenache (Terra Alta, Spain), in the rich, smooth reds style. Tannins are soft and acidity gentle; oak influence is some. Good with lamb, roast vegetables, steak, beef stew. Sustainable farming is mentioned by the merchant.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finca La Montesa Crianza Palacios Remondo 2022 Palacios Remondo · Other Spain | £29.00 | |||
| Domaines Lupier Raul Perez La Dama 2023 Raul Perez · Navarra | £36.43 | |||
| Esteban Martín, Red 2022 Esteban Martín · Aragón | £9.00 | |||
| Garage Wine Co Bagual Vineyard Garnacha Lot 89 2017 Garage Wine Company · Maipo Valley | £30.25 |
The 2018 “GN” is 100% Grenache (Garnatxa Negra), sourced from 30+ year-old vines at Mas de Cabrera and aged for 21 months in oak. It’s a beautifully balanced, fruit-driven red, brimming with ripe red and black fruits, layered with notes of fudge, vanilla, cedar, and toffee. The oak is well integrated, the tannins are smooth, and there’s a lovely touch of complexity on the finish. Versatile and expressive, it pairs brilliantly with chargrilled steaks, roast meats, hearty pizzas, or strong cheeses — and as a 100% vegan wine, it’s equally at home alongside rich lentil casseroles or mushroom-based dishes. Celler Alimara is a small, quality-focused winery based in Catalonia’s Terra Alta region. Founded by husband-and-wife team Alison and Andy McLeod, the estate champions low-intervention winemaking and sustainable practices. Pinzellada, meaning “Brush Stroke” in Catalan, is Celler Alimara’s creative expression of each vintage, a series where every release paints a unique picture of the year.