The winery
Castillo de Aresan
Spanish winery based in La Mancha (Villarrobledo, Albacete) producing a range of white and red wines (I.G.P. Vino de la Tierra de Castilla and D.O. La Mancha), including barrel-aged wines and some organic/vegan lines.
- La Mancha (Castilla-La Mancha) · Spagna
- 3 products
The story
According to information published by distributors and on the company's website, the winemaking project began in the 1980s with the first vineyards planted in the Villarrobledo area. The construction of a modern production facility took place in the late 1990s. After the first vintages, the winery established itself as a regional point of reference and reports having received national and international awards.
Production philosophy
The winery states that it combines the territorial richness of La Mancha with international technical experience to enhance the authenticity of the area. From vineyard to bottle, production prioritizes control of vineyard and winemaking stages, with attention to sustainable practices and to certified ranges such as organic and vegan where indicated.
Terroir and vineyards
Located in the heart of La Mancha, in the municipality of Villarrobledo, the area is typical of "Vino de la Tierra de Castilla" and of the D.O. La Mancha. Commercial sources indicate extensive, southeast-facing vineyards at around 750 m above sea level; the producer works with native and international varieties typical of the region.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Tempranillo
- Garnacha
- Merlot
- Syrah
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Petit Verdot
- Cabernet Franc
- Verdejo
- Verdelho
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Chardonnay
- Airén
- Viura
- Hectares
- 200.0
What makes it distinctive
- Based in Villarrobledo, in the heart of La Mancha.
- Produces wines labeled PGI Vino de la Tierra de Castilla and D.O. La Mancha.
- Wide range: reds, whites, rosés, sparkling wines, and references to wines aged in bourbon barrels.
- The producer reports sustainable practices and organic and vegan certifications as of the 2018 vintage.
- Grape varieties, both native and international.