Wines Unspecified Bodegas Frontonio - Las Alas de Frontonio Parcela Latarceja - 2021

Bodegas Frontonio’s 2021 “Las Alas de Frontonio Parcela Latarceja” is a dry red wine that exemplifies the ambition and finesse of modern Aragonese winegrowing. While the precise blend of grape varieties is not detailed, Bodegas Frontonio is recognised for working with local grapes—often Garnacha, sometimes alongside Macabeo or other native varietals. The wine’s hue and structure suggest a focus on freshness, aromatic depth, and a judicious balance between fruit and subtlety, typical of the estate’s nuanced approach to parcel selections. The 2021 vintage is known in Spain for a consistent, well-paced ripening cycle, indicating a red with vibrant fruit and delicate tannins, expressing both purity and place.

Aragon, located in north-eastern Spain in the shadow of the Pyrenees, enjoys a climate blending continental and Mediterranean influences: long, warm summers and marked diurnal shifts that promote both ripeness and lively acidity. The soils of the region are famously varied, often combining limestone, slate, and alluvial deposits. These conditions favour wines with pronounced character and, often, a mineral-driven backbone. Historically, Aragon was once an important kingdom in medieval Europe, and the region’s winemaking heritage stretches back centuries, with an increasing recent focus on small-production “garage” wineries like Frontonio, intent on capturing the true identity of their terroirs with minimal intervention.

This style of wine is especially well suited to robust yet nuanced food pairings. Its lively fruit, potential for light spice, and elegant length make it an excellent companion for regional Spanish fare such as roast lamb with rosemary, grilled chorizo, or ternasco (young Aragonese lamb). It can also complement darker poultry, chargrilled vegetables, or a selection of aged Manchego cheese, lending itself to convivial dining.

For optimum appreciation, serve this wine slightly cooler than room temperature, ideally at 15–17°C. Decanting for half an hour is recommended to allow its full aromatic complexity to unfold, revealing the intricacies of both grape and place.