Winery: Bodegas Alto Moncayo

Country / Region: Spain / Campo de Borja

Alcohol Content / Volume: 15.5% / 750ml

Ratings: 92 pts Wine Enthusiast

Decanting Time: Decant for 1 to 2 hours. Serve at 14 - 16°C

Our suggestion for decanting time is based on bottles we tried at Txanton in 2025. We guarantee that Txanton stocks are imported and maintained in proper storage within the correct temperature and humidity suitable for wine.

Good To Know: One of the largest and leading producers in Spain's Campo de Borja region, the winery was founded in 2002 between a partnership of Jorge Ordonez, an Andalucian wine producer, Australian winemaker, Chris Ringland and another leading winery in the Campo de Borja region, Bodegas Borsao. The winery's vineyards total approximately 92 hectares, spanning around the the town of Borja. The vines sit at altitudes that range between 1600-2600ft (490-790m) above sea level, with mostly stony soils composed of limestone, marl and slate.

The Alto Moncayo Veraton is a densely perfumed expression of Garnacha. Notes of dark cherries and black plum, dominate the nose followed by nuances of sweet spices and tobacco. The palate is round and fleshy. filled with exquisite notes of blueberries, cherry cola and milk chocolate. The finish is lengthy and ripe with magnificent, velvet like tannins.

Known for producing high quality wines exclusively from the Garnacha grape, Alto Moncayo is famed for producing these wines from vines as old 100 years or more. Grapes coming from these old vines are used for their Aquilon cuvée. The winery also produces wines from slightly younger average aged vines: the Alto Moncayo and the Veraton.

Alto Moncayo Veratón 2021 is a bold expression of Garnacha from Campo de Borja, sourced from 30–50-year-old vines rooted in stony, clay, and sandstone soils at high altitude. Aged 16 months in French and American oak, it reveals deep aromas of ripe blackberries, plums, balsamic notes, chocolate, and spice, with subtle mineral undertones. On the palate it is warm and expressive, offering rich fruit, lively acidity, firm yet polished tannins, and a long, satisfying finish. Highly rated by critics, this full-bodied red pairs beautifully with roast lamb, grilled meats, hearty stews, and aged cheeses, making it a standout choice for Garnacha enthusiasts.