El Vigilia Lataya
A single-parcel "vigilia". Inky, dense, violet, plum, dark chocolate.
| Producer | Gil Family Estates |
| Region | Almansa |
| Appellation | D.O. |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Grape variety | Garnacha Tintorera |
| Type | Red |
| Farming | Sustainable |
| Vinification | Hand harvest, indigenous yeasts, gentle pressing, gravity-fed cellar. |
| Oak ageing | French, 16 mo |
| Alcohol | 14.5% |
| Body | Medium-full |
| Acidity | Medium |
| Serving temperature | 16–18°C |
| Cellaring potential | 4–8 yrs |
In the glass.
At the table.
Tested at our own service — 17 pairings across 6 courses.
Grilled steak · Duck breast · Braised veal · Game meat · Peking duck
Tomato-based pasta · Pasta Bolognese · Stuffed pasta
Cheese fondue
Margherita pizza · Shawarma · Classic beef burger
Pulpo a la Gallega (Galician octopus) · Pimientos de Padrón
Tomato sauce (classic Italian) · Pesto (basil or sun-dried tomato) · Port wine reduction
Open 30 minutes before service. Decant for younger vintages. Avoid over-chilling — serve closer to the warmer end of the recommended range when paired with richer dishes.
Gil Family Estates
A shared commitment to quality, tradition, and sustainability across eleven distinct estates — each with its own identity, all rooted in their place.
