{"title":"Aragon","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"frontonio-microcosmico-garnacha-2024-aragon","title":"Frontonio Microcosmico Grenache 2024","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"672\"\u003eMicrocósmico Garnacha 2024 from Bodegas Frontonio is a pure, high-altitude expression of old-vine Grenache from Aragón, crafted from certified organic vineyards planted on calcareous clay-sandy soils at 500–700 metres elevation. The altitude and poor soils bring a natural tension and lift to the wine, giving it a sense of freshness and precision that sets it apart from more sun-drenched styles of Garnacha. In the glass it is bright and vibrant, with an aromatic profile of fresh red cherry, wild strawberry, raspberry and rose petals, layered with subtle herbal tones, crushed stone minerality and a faint spice note from the old vines and careful élevage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"674\" data-end=\"1249\"\u003eThe palate is medium-bodied, supple and beautifully balanced, showing a seamless combination of juicy red fruit, fine-grained tannins and a mineral core that gives shape and length rather than weight. There is an energetic, almost cool-climate feel to the fruit despite the Spanish origin, with clarity and freshness driving the wine from start to finish. It is structured enough to have presence at the table, yet open and approachable in youth, making it highly versatile with food ranging from grilled lamb and roasted vegetables to charcuterie and tapas-style dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1696\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eCritically, it has been recognised for its quality and detail, with 93 points from The Wine Advocate (Luis Gutiérrez) noting its complexity, depth and mineral texture, and 93 points from The Wine Front (Gary Walsh) highlighting its freshness and immediate drinkability. This is a modern, terroir-driven Garnacha that prioritises finesse over power, offering a compelling introduction to the new generation of high-altitude Spanish wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50313315647681,"sku":null,"price":53.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/Frontonio_Microcosmico_Grenache_2024_Aragon.png?v=1780982822"},{"product_id":"frontonio-microcosmico-macabeo-2024-aragon","title":"Frontonio Microcosmico Macabeo 2024 Aragon","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"443\"\u003eMicrocósmico Macabeo 2024 from Bodegas Frontonio is a finely etched, high-altitude expression of one of Aragón’s most characterful white grapes, sourced from certified organic 50+ year old vines rooted in clay-limestone soils. The combination of old vines, elevation, and limestone influence delivers a white wine of remarkable precision and tension, where texture and energy are held in perfect balance rather than weight or richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"445\" data-end=\"838\"\u003eIn the glass it shows a pale straw colour with green reflections, opening with a refined aromatic profile of lemon peel, white peach, green apple and crushed almond, underpinned by a distinct chalky, mineral edge that speaks directly of its limestone soils. There is a subtle floral lift and a faint herbal nuance that adds complexity without distracting from its linear, focused core.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"840\" data-end=\"1303\"\u003eOn the palate, it is textural yet taut, with a clean spine of acidity carrying flavours of citrus zest, stone fruit and saline minerality through a long, precise finish. Despite its freshness, it has real depth and presence, with a gently waxy, almost lees-derived texture that gives shape and interest without diminishing its drive. The wine feels both energetic and composed, finishing with a lingering mineral impression that highlights its sense of place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1703\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eCritically, it has been highly praised, with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1404\"\u003e93+ points from The Wine Advocate (Luis Gutiérrez)\u003c\/strong\u003e noting its nuanced, complex nose, seriousness and limestone-driven texture, alongside its balance and freshness. 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Built on a field blend of Garnacha, Garnacha Peluda and Mazuela (Carignan), it reflects the complexity of old vineyards where different varieties contribute structure, fragrance and depth, shaped by poor soils and a continental climate tempered by elevation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"480\" data-end=\"866\"\u003eIn the glass it shows a vibrant ruby hue with a lifted aromatic profile of wild strawberries, red cherry, crushed raspberry and rose petals, layered with subtle herbal notes, dried Mediterranean scrub and a faint spicy undertone. There is an immediate sense of freshness and detail, with the higher-altitude fruit lending a cool, precise aromatic profile rather than overt ripeness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"868\" data-end=\"1329\"\u003eThe palate is medium-bodied, juicy yet structured, with finely tuned tannins and a bright line of acidity that gives the wine energy and drive. Red berry fruit flows seamlessly into floral and herbal nuances, supported by a gentle savoury backbone from Mazuela that adds grip and complexity. The texture is elegant rather than heavy, with a sense of lift and transparency that carries through to a long, balanced finish marked by freshness and subtle spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1744\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eCritically, it has been strongly praised, with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1431\"\u003e94 points from The Wine Advocate (Luis Gutiérrez)\u003c\/strong\u003e noting its balance, complexity and overdelivering value, and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1493\" data-end=\"1526\"\u003e93 points from James Suckling\u003c\/strong\u003e highlighting its juiciness, freshness and harmonious structure. 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