{"title":"Cosecheros y Criadores | La Mancha","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/Cosecheros_Winery_Collection_Banner.jpg?v=1779356087\" alt=\"Photo of the Cosecheros y Criadores Winery in La Mancha\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eFounded in 1951 by the legendary \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"69\"\u003eFamilia Martínez Bujanda\u003c\/b\u003e, a family deeply rooted in Rioja winemaking since 1889, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"150\"\u003eCosecheros y Criadores\u003c\/b\u003e is a historic estate built to bring elite, estate-bottled discipline to a wider audience. Vertical integration and complete control are central to their philosophy; they own the vineyards and handle every stage of production from vine to bottle. While their winemaking facility is located in the north, they source their fruit from the vast, sun-drenched plains of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"538\"\u003eLa Mancha\u003c\/b\u003e, situated on the high-altitude \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"579\"\u003eMeseta Central\u003c\/b\u003e plateau. Here, the intense daytime sun produces exceptionally rich, flavourful grapes, which are then brought under the careful watch of their cellars to apply strict, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"762\"\u003eRioja-level ageing expertise\u003c\/b\u003e using an impressive inventory of 6,000 oak barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eFor the everyday drinker, this unique combination of intense plateau sunshine and northern barrel discipline provides a massive benefit in the glass. Because the winery operates outside the rigid, restrictive local DO laws, they have the total freedom to innovate and blend with absolute flexibility. This allows them to focus entirely on crafting incredibly reliable, characterful everyday labels like Candidato that deliver a smooth, beautifully rounded texture packed with ripe fruit and subtle oak spice. They offer a vibrant, straightforward drinking experience that stands out effortlessly, making them an excellent match for a mid-week roast chicken, hearty pasta dishes, or a casual Friday night pizza.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eThe winery also holds a unique place in modern Spanish wine history, as it was specifically designed from the ground up to focus on the global stage. Back in the 1950s, when most central Spanish wine was sold cheaply in bulk, the Martínez Bujanda family recognized that the high plains held incredible, untapped potential for premium winemaking. By building a dedicated, state-of-the-art facility focused entirely on estate-bottling and barrel ageing for international wine lovers, they became true pioneers, proving to the world that this rugged heartland could produce sophisticated, world-class everyday wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"11\" style=\"text-align: center; margin-top: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAMILIA MARTÍNEZ BUJANDA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"candidato-barrica-3-tempranillo","title":"Candidato Barrica 3 Tempranillo 2021","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eThe winemakers at \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17\" data-index-in-node=\"18\"\u003eCosecheros y Criadores\u003c\/b\u003e are experts at delivering incredible flavour without a premium price tag. For this \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17\" data-index-in-node=\"124\"\u003eTempranillo Barrica 3\u003c\/b\u003e, they harvest sun-drenched grapes from the high plains of La Mancha and age the wine in oak casks for three months. This short spell in the barrel is the secret to its wonderfully smooth character. The result is a rich, medium-bodied red bursting with \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"54\"\u003eripe blackberries\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"76\"\u003edark cherries\u003c\/b\u003e, wrapped in a lovely hint of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"119\"\u003esweet vanilla oak\u003c\/b\u003e and spice. It has exceptionally soft tannins and a velvety finish that makes it incredibly comforting to drink. It is a fantastic pour entirely on its own after a long day, but has the depth to pair perfectly with a mid-week burger, grilled meats, or a casual pizza. 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