Symphony Garnacha Blanca 2022

Deep golden in the glass, this is a vibrant Garnacha Blanca from Tempore in Aragón, bursting with peachy, tropical fruit flavors and notes of lemon citrus, grass and honey that persist in the mouth, followed by a slightly nutty finish. Great balance of fruit and acidity.

Made from 100% Grenache Blanc grapes farmed organically at 700 metres in the inhospitable Sierra des Arcos area, this wine is cold fermented in stainless steel and kept on its lees for a minimum of four months. Tempore means time, and this wine is the result of four generations of viticulturists caring for the organic vines and making wine as naturally as possible. As no sulphur is added, the wine may show a slight spritz on opening, which softens with air.

The history of Bodegas Tempore is deeply rooted in vine growing in and around the town of Lécera some 40 kms south of the city of Zaragoza in NE Spain. The Yago Aznar family have an intimate knowledge of and passion for their vineyards, having been viticulturalists here for four generations. The winery itself was founded as recently as 2002 enabling the family to vinify their own wines from their own fruit for the very first time.

Quality is the watchword throughout the growing season to ensure that pristine fruit can be harvested. All 70 hectares of the Tempore vineyards are certified organic, with focus on local grape varieties. The vines are planted on a plateau at 550 metres above sea level. The climate is strictly Mediterranean with hot, dry summers. The soils are limestone and sand with a high mineral content.

Absolute respect for the environment is a central pillar to the working philosophy of the Yago Aznar family. To them, organic cultivation means minimum intervention, natural winemaking and respect for the rhythms of the land. A mix of modern and tradition reflects the family approach.