Bodegas Hispano+Suizas – Bassus Finca Casilla Herrera 2021 – Utiel-Requena Spain

Bassus Finca Casilla Herrera 2021 is a complex, powerful red wine from Bodegas Hispano+Suizas, produced in the D.O.P. Utiel-Requena. Crafted from a blend of Bobal, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Syrah and aged for 20 months in French oak, this wine showcases depth, structure, and precision with a refined, elegant profile.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: Bobal, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Syrah
• Region: Utiel-Requena, Spain
• Vintage: 2021
• Aging: 20 months in French oak
• Style: Dry red wine

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Body: Full-bodied
• Fruit: Dark berries, black cherry, plum
• Structure: Firm tannins, balanced acidity, long and layered finish

Deep and expressive, the nose reveals ripe dark fruit layered with subtle spice and oak nuances. On the palate, the wine is structured and concentrated, with firm yet polished tannins supported by balanced acidity. The extended aging adds complexity and depth, leading to a long, elegant finish.

❤️ Why We Love It

• A serious, estate-driven blend with depth and precision
• Extended French oak aging adds complexity and structure
• Powerful yet balanced, built for the table and for aging

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Grilled or roasted red meats
• Game dishes
• Slow-cooked stews
• Aged and hard cheeses

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Fans of structured, cellar-worthy red wines
✓ Drinkers who enjoy complex blends with depth and polish
✕ Not ideal if you prefer light or very fruit-forward reds

Recognition

93 Points – Wine Enthusiast
92 Points – ABC