For Garnacha de Fuego, the 2023 vintage has received solid reviews from major critics, particularly for its value.
| Critic |
Score |
Summary |
| Vinous (Joaquín Hidalgo) |
92/100 |
Ripe yet fresh Garnacha with sour cherry, floral notes, herbs, a hint of vermouth, balanced acidity, concentrated fruit, and a persistent finish. |
| Jeb Dunnuck |
90/100 |
Praised the high-elevation, old-vine fruit and the use of stainless steel and concrete aging to preserve freshness. Described as generous, fruit-driven, and an excellent value. |
| James Suckling |
Score available to subscribers |
A tasting note published in January 2026 describes the wine as showing cranberries, candied strawberries, and potpourri with a light, fresh profile. The numerical score is behind a subscription paywall. |
Overall assessment
- Professional score range: 90–92 points
- Style: Full-bodied, old-vine Garnacha from high-altitude vineyards in Calatayud.
- Typical flavors: Black and red cherry, raspberry, plum, floral notes, Mediterranean herbs, licorice, and spice.
- Structure: Medium to full body, moderate tannins, bright acidity that balances the wine's ripe fruit and approximately 15% alcohol.
Value
Retailing around US$15–17, this is widely regarded as one of Spain's better value old-vine Garnachas. A 90–92 point wine at that price represents excellent quality-to-price ratio.
If you're considering buying it, I'd rate it:
- Quality: ★★★★☆ (90–92 point level)
- Value: ★★★★★
- Drink window: Now through about 2028, while its vibrant fruit is at its peak.
From ancient high-altitude Garnacha vineyards in Spain's rugged Calatayud region, this wine delivers generous flavors of blackberry, ripe cherry, baking spice, and a hint of cocoa. Full-bodied yet surprisingly fresh, it offers the concentration of old-vine fruit with a smooth, approachable finish. An outstanding value for lovers of rich, expressive red wines.
100% Garnacha de Aragón, the oldest clone of Garnacha (Grenache) in the world. Garnacha (Grenache) was first cultivated in this northeastern corner of Spain and transferred across the Mediterranean by the Kingdom of Aragón.
Traditional dry farmed viticulture. Organic Gobelet trained vines. Cultivated completely by hand, with minimal human intervention. The majority of the vineyards receive no treatments whatsoever.
