Daniel Ramos 'El Berrakin' Tinto 2021 (750 ml)

93% Garnacha, 7% Jaen
Fermentation Open plastic bins, Indigenous yeasts
Aging 6 months in Stainless Steel
Filter / Fining None
ABV 14.76%
Farming Methods Organic (not certified)

The El Berrakin is a delicious and fresher example of what Gredos Garnacha is all about. A blend of mostly (93%) Garnacha, but also blended with a bit of a local white grape called Jaen, these bush vines are hand-harvested from each vineyard and then destemmed, crushed, and fermented separately. The grapes stay with the skins during the natural ferment for 25-45 days, then are pressed, and until February the wine remains on the lees before it is racked and all blended together. In March it sees only a touch of sulfites, and then is bottled unfiltered. This wine truly evolves and becomes alive after spending time with air and begins to show not only the dusty and sun-drenched black fruits, but also lifts with some dark raspberry, black cherry, mineral, and light spice. The palate is dark and earthy while expressing a myriad of fruits that are fresh, baked, and candied, all coupled with scrubby mountain herbs, dry rocks and dirt, and a long tasty finish.

‘We say that we are very selfish, because we only make wines that we love: and these are terroir driven wines’ – Daniel & Pepi

Daniel Ramos is a highly regarded figure in both the Spanish wine community and the natural wine scene. His expertise and passion are intrinsically linked to the captivating region of Sierra de Gredos, where he and his wife, Pepi San Juan, established their winery as a labor of love. Over the years, Daniel has carefully acquired exceptional old plots, primarily planted with Garnacha, on the east to west mountain ranges that offer a delightful southern exposure in the historical wine region of Cebreros and a complex northern exposure at El Tiemblo. The Arberche River runs through the heart of this beautiful landscape, with soils predominantly comprised of granitic sand or schist, both low in organic material. At elevations of 800-1000 meters, Daniel's wines are all about terroir, and he relishes this approach. Under his two main brands, Zerberos and KP, Daniel produces an array of distinct cuvées each year, showcasing the range of terroirs and expressions available from his plots. Additionally, he creates El Berrakin wines, which offer a fresh and exciting drinking experience. Daniel's unwavering commitment to organic and natural farming practices, including working in harmony with the lunar cycle for treatments and plowing, is a testament to his respect for the land. In the cellar, Daniel relies solely on a range of aging vessels, never resorts to fining or filtering, and the only addition to his wines is a minimal amount of sulfites at bottling, allowing the world to enjoy his wines as he does at home.

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