Why it matters
The producer
Bodem makes wines in Sierra de Algairén, the cradle of the ancient Garnacha grape. The winery specializes in Garnacha and is based in Almonacid de la Sierra, in the Cariñena region of Zaragoza. Bodem links its wine work to soil and sustainability.
Place and vineyards
Where the wines begin
Almonacid de la Sierra is Bodem's base in the Cariñena region of Zaragoza. Sierra de Algairén is tied to the winery's Garnacha work and is the cradle of the ancient grape. Cariñena DO is the geographic designation on Bodem's wines, tying their labels to the Cariñena region.
Wines to know
The range in view
Bodem's named Garnacha wine is Las Margas Garnacha 2019. It uses whole cluster fermentation, in which stems remain with the grapes during fermentation. Whole cluster work can bring perfume and tannic grip. Las Margas has freshness and a velvety texture.
La Granja Tempranillo 2024 is a red wine with Tempranillo and Syrah under VdlT Castilla. It brings dark cherry, plum, blueberry, herbs and violet. VdlT Castilla marks a different geographic designation from the Cariñena DO used for Bodem's wines, while the bottle's relationship to the Bodem range remains unclear.