Pago Finca Élez – Nostrum 2020 – Vino de Pago Finca Élez Spain

Nostrum 2020 is an elegant, estate-produced red wine from Pago Finca Élez, made under the Vino de Pago – Pago Finca Élez designation. Crafted from a blend of Tempranillo, Merlot, and Syrah, this wine reflects the freshness, balance, and high-altitude character that define Finca Élez.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: Tempranillo, Merlot, Syrah
• Region: Vino de Pago – Pago Finca Élez, Spain
• Vintage: 2020
• Vinification: Pre- and post-fermentation maceration; temperature-controlled fermentation by plot and variety
• Aging: 12 months in French oak barrels and stainless steel tanks
• Production: Limited production (24,500 bottles)
• Alcohol: 14%
• Style: Dry red wine

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Appearance: Bright ruby color
• Nose: Aromas of berries with ripe red and black fruit
• Palate: Fresh and elegant, with lively yet rounded tannins, dairy notes, and a subtle smoky background

The palate shows a clear high-altitude personality, combining freshness with structure. Malolactic fermentation in stainless steel followed by finishing in French oak adds balance and integration, resulting in a wine that is both approachable and refined.

❤️ Why We Love It

• Estate wine from high-altitude vineyards with vibrant freshness
• Balanced use of oak preserves fruit and elegance
• A versatile, gastronomic red with clear sense of place

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Paella and rice dishes
• Cold meats and charcuterie
• Pasta with Bolognese sauce
• Fresh salmon and cheese boards

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Drinkers who enjoy fresh yet structured red wines
✓ Fans of estate-driven, high-altitude Spanish reds
✕ Not ideal if you prefer very heavy or overly oaked styles

Recognition

91 Points – Robert Parker
91 Points – James Suckling