Mary Taylor + Rus Jimenez "Finca El Molar" Pét-Nat, Manchuela, Spain 2021

FROM MARY TAYLOR:

THE WINE: 100% Moravia Agria. Moravia Agria is a rare varietal that is essentially only grown in central/eastern Spain. Agria indicates ‘sour’ as opposed to its sweet counterpart Moravia Dulce. This region is better known for Bobal and Graciano, but this free-standing Moravia Agria truly took our breath away for its depth and elegance. Wonderful savory notes and rich ripe berry with elegant acidity make for a wine that is truly unique. Serve chilled.

THE PRODUCER: The Mediterranean “Solano” wind blows across the high-altitude plains where Rus Jimenez runs her family farm named Finca El Molar in Albacete. Rus has been running the property since her early twenties, when her father passed it on to her. She works alongside Luis, her enologist, and a few vineyard hands who live on the property.