Marqués de Griñón – SVMMA Varietalis 2021 – Vino de Pago Valdepusa Spain

Svmma Varietalis 2021 is a powerful, estate-driven red wine from Marqués de Griñón, produced under the Vino de Pago – Dominio de Valdepusa designation. Crafted from Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Petit Verdot and aged extensively in French oak, it represents one of the most structured and expressive blends from the Valdepusa estate.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: 59% Syrah, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Petit Verdot
• Region: Vino de Pago Valdepusa, Spain
• Vintage: 2021
• Aging: 15 months in French oak (Allier, new and semi-new barrels)
• Alcohol: 15%
• Style: Structured, powerful, cellar-worthy red

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Body: Full-bodied and dense
• Fruit: Dark berries and black fruit
• Savory: Mineral tones, spice, and integrated oak
• Structure: Firm tannins with depth and long persistence

Deep and intensely colored, the wine shows an elegant and complex aromatic profile, combining ripe fruit with mineral and spicy nuances from oak aging. On the palate, it is structured and powerful, with firm tannins, balance, and a long, persistent finish that reflects its estate origin.

❤️ Why We Love It

• One of the flagship blends from Dominio de Valdepusa
• Long oak aging adds depth and refinement
• Built for aging and serious Mediterranean pairings

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Game meats and roasted dishes
• Rice and Mediterranean cuisine
• Aged cheeses

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Fans of bold, structured Spanish reds
✓ Drinkers who appreciate oak-aged blends with depth
✕ Not ideal if you prefer light or early-drinking styles

92 pts Wine & Spirits