Bernabeleva Madrid Camino De Navaherreros Garnacha 2023

Camino de Navaherreros is the entry-level Garnacha, drawn from organically grown, estate-owned fruit and some purchased grapes from trusted sources. All the grapes come from a range of plots within the San Martín de Valdeiglesias region, where the high-altitude vineyards are rooted in the granitic sands of this area of the Gredos Valley.

The grapes undergo a 25-day maceration, including some bunches. Fermentation occurs in a combination of stainless steel, concrete and large wood vats. Following blending, the wine was raised in old wooden upright vats and bottled without filtration. There’s a little Tempranillo, too, adding depth and silky polish. The result is a delicious and balanced high-country Grenache of juicy, red-fruited freshness flecked with sweet spice and hints of garrigue. A brilliant release for this wine; try stopping at one glass.

*Every effort is made to ensure the current vintage is accurate; however, variations can occur. If you are after a specific vintage, please contact us prior to ordering.

Type: Red Wine
Style: Medium-bodied, Elegant, Fresh
Grape Varietal: Garnacha (Grenache)
Tastes Like: Comparable to a premium Pinot Noir, but with more generosity and a touch more spice
Alcohol Percentage: 14%
Closure: Cork
Size: 750mL
Appellation: Vinos de Madrid DO
Region: Madrid, Spain
Terroir: High-altitude granitic vineyards in the Gredos Mountains around San Martín de Valdeiglesias
Aging: Fermented in stainless steel, concrete and large oak vats, then matured in old wooden vats before bottling without filtration
Serving Temperature: 15–17℃ – Serve slightly cool

Bernabeleva is one of the leading producers of Spain’s Sierra de Gredos, crafting elegant Garnacha from high-altitude vineyards west of Madrid. The estate farms organically and focuses on expressing the unique granitic soils and mountain climate that have made the region one of Spain’s most exciting wine destinations.

Camino de Navaherreros is the estate’s introduction to Gredos Garnacha, sourced from a collection of organically farmed vineyards around San Martín de Valdeiglesias. Minimal-intervention winemaking and maturation in old oak allow the purity, freshness and finesse of this distinctive terroir to shine through.

Meat: Perfect with roast lamb, pork tenderloin or grilled chicken
Spanish Cuisine: Excellent with tapas, chorizo or grilled vegetables
Pasta: Pairs beautifully with mushroom pasta or tomato-based sauces
Vegetarian: Ideal with roasted vegetables, lentils or eggplant dishes

Manchego (Semi-Cured): Nutty and buttery, complements the wine's elegance
Mahón: Mild and slightly salty, balances the wine's freshness
Goat Cheese: Tangy and creamy, pairs beautifully with Garnacha's vibrant style
Comté: Smooth and nutty, enhances the wine's silky texture

Champiñones al Ajillo (Garlic Mushrooms)

Ingredients:

• 500g button or Swiss brown mushrooms, halved
• 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
• 100ml dry white wine
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt and cracked black pepper

Instructions:

1. Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat.
2. Add the garlic and cook gently until fragrant.
3. Add the mushrooms and cook until golden and their moisture has evaporated.
4. Pour in the white wine and simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly reduced.
5. Season with salt and cracked black pepper.
6. Finish with fresh parsley and serve with crusty bread.

A favourite tapa throughout the mountains around Madrid, the earthy mushrooms and garlic complement Garnacha's bright red fruit and gentle spice, while the wine's fresh acidity keeps the dish vibrant and balanced.