2020 Mary Taylor "Rus Jimenez" Manchuela Red, Manchuela DO, Castilla-La Mancha, Spain

Made from the rarely encountered Moravia Agria grape, this Manchuela red is dark-fruited and savory, with cassis, dark berries, earthy tones, coffee bean, botanicals and a smoky edge. Tangy acidity and moderate tannins keep the wine focused rather than heavy, while mature vines and native-yeast fermentation contribute depth and regional character.

Sourced from Finca El Molar - Rus's family-owned, certified organic farm in Albacete - the wine reflects a high-altitude plateau shaped by the fierce, cooling "El Solano" wind. Through Mary Taylor, founder of woman-owned Mary Taylor Wine, whose portfolio champions independent European growers such as Jiménez - Manchuela Red is a direct, side-by-side collaboration between importer Mary Taylor and independent grower Rus Jiménez. Working together in the cellar, they taste and adjust the blend to co-curate the wine's distinct final profile, pairing Rus’s deep agrarian expertise of the estate with Mary’s perspective on the palate. Rare Moravia Agria makes this a true off-the-beaten-path fall discovery, delivering earth, savory complexity and dark fruit without excessive weight and a perfect fall table staple for everyday enjoyment!