Rafael Cambra - Valencia DO - Soplo - Red - 2023

Wine:

Brimming with flavor, the 2023 Valencia Soplo Red is made from Grenache, using one-third whole-cluster fermentation and partial oak ageing. It bursts with fresh, aromatic red fruit—think wild strawberries and raspberries—delivered in a bright, infusion-style nose. On the palate, it’s light, juicy, and crisp, with refined, delicate tannins. An effortlessly enjoyable wine with immediate appeal—rated 92/100 by Parker.

Vinification:

Hand harvested. Vinification and aging for 6 months in vats.

Color:

Medium intensity red with garnet highlights.

Nose:

Very fresh nose, reminiscent of Grenache in an infused style, with delicate aromas of red berries, dried flowers, and a subtle hint of garrigue.

Palate:

The palate is fresh and light, revealing a delicate, crisp juice that is easy to drink, making this a wine that is immediately enjoyable.

Temperature:

Serve at 14–16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Beef rib in a herb crust, grilled lamb ribs with sage and rosemary, marinated and grilled pork ribs, duck breast with spices.

Cellar aging:

Starting today and continuing through 2028

A prodigy from Valencia, Rafael Cambra is part of the thrilling new generation of Spanish winemakers reshaping the global wine scene. The son of a vine nurseryman, he grew up among the vineyards before becoming a trained oenologist. Deeply committed to old grape varieties and a refined, understated style, he crafts elegant, expressive wines that rise above the region’s tough climate—all on his own terms.

Now making waves in Navarre, Cambra offers extraordinary value. Hailed by critics and praised by Robert Parker, he’s an exciting, forward-thinking talent whose wines are as rewarding as they are captivating.