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Martúe Winery Guide
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Last updated: November 22, 2023
Winery Overview
Martúe is one of the most exciting wines to have emerged from the very up-and-coming wine region of La Mancha. La Mancha’s region has traditionally produced vast quantities of dire wine, quantity rather than quality. However, this has changed in recent years, with Alejandro Fernandez (of La Pesquera) launching the new winery of El Vinculo, Martinez Bujanda (of Rioja fame) launching Finca Antigua, and many newcomers, flushed with new confidence, investment, and above all, huge ambition. Martúe is one of these “newcomers.” Fausto Gonzalez planted vines in 1990 as he realized the untouched potential in the area. He dug up the lackluster “Airen” grapes (responsible for somewhat drab, bulk wine) and planted Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay, and Tempranillo, Spain’s noble grape.
Martúe decided to produce quality wine at accessible prices for everyday drinking. Spain is awash with “Vinos de Autor,” a term suggesting wines that are works of art. Unfortunately, huge prices are usually what these wines also mean, and Martúe realized there was a huge hole in the market for good, top, quality wines. Well, they have succeeded. On a recent visit to this lovely estate, we were extremely impressed with this Castilian team’s ambition, talent, and excellent wines. The concept of “single vineyards” in La Mancha is very new, and Fausto has had to fight to earn respect for his wines, associated with the appellation’s reputation. The winery is designed “hacienda” style, like an old Colonial mansion, although it is quite new. The vineyards surround the estate, Chateaux-style. There is a beautiful tasting room, very homey. We tasted all of the wines and can only report good things. The winery is still finding its way in the market and its shoes, and we are hugely optimistic that Martúe will become well-known abroad.
Wines produced
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Martúe
Rich red wine made with 35% Merlot, 25% Tempranillo, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Syrah. Aged in new French and American oak for 7 months. -
Cuvée El Campanario
100% Tempranillo, 18 months in oak. -
Cuvée El Palomar
50% Tempranillo and 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18 months in oak. -
Martúe Chardonnay
Single vineyard (El Casar de la Guardia), oak fermented (new French oak), filtered slightly. Full bodied and aromatic.
Winery Contact Details
Martúe
Campo de La guardia s/n45760 La Guardia
Toledo
Email: [email protected]
Tel +34 925 12 33 33
Fax +34 925 12 33 32 Find out more
Facts & Figures
Appellation
La Mancha
Founded
2002
Area under Vine
85 ha
Age of vines
Oak barrel origin
French and American
Winemaker
Ignacio de Miguel
Owner
Fausto Gonzalez and Julian Rodriguez
Production
Grape varietals
Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, and Chardonnay
Grape Varieties Used by the Winery
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Chardonnay
Chardonnay is a green-skinned grape varietal native to the Burgundy wine region in France and one of the most popular varieties worldwide.
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Cabernet Sauvignon
Discover the irresistible allure of Cabernet Sauvignon—a worldwide favorite with robust, dark-bodied flavor. Unleash your wine journey today!
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Merlot
Merlot is the most cultivated grape in Bordeaux and closely related to Cabernet Franc
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Syrah
Syrah is dark-skinned and perhaps the most underrated of the 'noble' red grape varieties.
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Tempranillo
Discover Tempranillo: Spain's iconic red grape. From Ribera del Duero to Toro, it yields concentrated wines. Explore its synonyms and unleash its prowess.
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