Bodem Bodegas

Zaragoza

The Bodem Bodegas winery, owned by the Geirnaerdt/Van Ekeris family of Axial Vinos, is located in Almonacid de la Sierra at the foot of the Algairén mountain range: the region specializes in Garnacha which has been grown here for over 2,000 years. The hot summer days cool off dramatically at night, allowing the grapes to retain their acidity while they ripen. A strong wind called “El Cierzo” blows through the vineyard, naturally eliminating pests. The family owns seven hectares of vineyards and works closely with local growers to source fruit from an additional 55 hectares. The wines of Bodem Bodega are vegan and have a net zero impact on the environment.

Garnacha, Tempranillo

$ 44 $ 264

This medium-bodied blend of 85% Garnacha and 15% Tempranillo has a delicate aroma of cherry, plum and a touch of chopped green herb. The intensity ramps up on the palate with an appealing purity of strawberry, cherry and plum flavours. Structure is provided from the crisp acidity and fine, firm tannins. 2022-2025– lw

14%

Syrah,

Cherry, plum, green herb

Strawberry, cherry, plum

Spanish quinoa with smoked paprika and chickpeas

$ 29

$ 174

An Opimian Member favourite made from 40% Tempranillo, 25% Syrah, 25% Garnacha and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. The grapes were grown in Bodem Bodega’s highaltitude Sierra de Algairen vineyards, within the Cariñena appellation. Raspberry, cherry and strawberry notes shine on both the nose and palate with a dash of herb and oak spice appearing on the finish. Integrated tannins provide good support. 2023–2025– lw

14%

Raspberry, cherry, strawberry, floral

Raspberry, cherry, strawberry, herb, spice

Manchego cheese

Sauvignon Blanc, Garnacha

$ 31 $ 186

Made from hand-harvested Garnacha Blanca and Macabeo grapes, this aromatic wine has scents of lilac, candied lemon and honey. The body is also honeyed and fruity with flavours of grapefruit, lemon and lime. Up to five months of ageing in American and French oak barrels adds texture and complexity. 2023-2024– lw

13.5%

Lilac, candied lemon, honey

Grapefruit, lemon, lime, honey, 1.20

Cantabrian pollo campurriano

$ 48 $ 288

This Rioja grabbed our attention at the tasting, earning one of the four Coup de Coeur spots for the Cellar. This blend of 80% Tempranillo, 15% Garnacha and 5% Graciano was matured in French and American oak barrels for 18 months providing notes of baking spice and brown sugar underlying its red fruit core. Additional time in bottle has created resolved tannins and heightened complexity. 2023-2028– lw