Bodegas Ayuso La Mancha
- Region
- Spain
- Owner
- Fermín Ayuso
- Size
- 350 hectare
- Established
- 1947
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When, in 1947, Fermín Ayuso decided to found his own winery in Villarrobledo, an ideal location due to its climate and soil, he began a family tradition in vine-growing and wine-making that has made Bodegas Ayuso a reference of the highest quality and solidity in the market.
In 1961, the winery began the commercialisation of bottled wine after setting up cellars with Bordeaux-type oak barrels, which would become the first ageing facility in the region. With the 1965 harvest, the Estola brand was launched, the flagship of the winery and the first Reserve wine in La Mancha, which very soon would attract the attention of the specialist critics and personalities.
After different analyses of the various plots, the root-stock and the most appropriate variety were chosen and, by means of training and pruning systems, different micro-climates were obtained, adapted to the different varieties. On the Estate, the planting density is high in order to achieve production from very low-growing vine-stock. Cultivation is on high trellises in order to avoid splashing and achieve the best aeration and healthy, quality fruits.
They study the best orientation depending on the varieties and the hours of sunshine, and submit the vines to hydric stress to control the yield and aromatic concentration. The grapes are harvested in the early morning, when the temperatures are at their lowest, and, after selecting the bunches, the grapes are immediately turned into wine.
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Wines Available
Castillo de Benízar Macabeo Macabeo
Origin: La Mancha
When, in 1947, Fermín Ayuso decided to found his own winery in Villarrobledo, an ideal location due to its climate and soil, he began a family tradition in vine-growing and wine-making that has made Bodegas Ayuso a reference of the highest quality and solidity in the market.
Vinification
A single-varietal wine produced from a selection of the best Macabeo vines.
Contains: sulphites.
- Grape Variety
- Macabeo/Viura 100%
- Alcohol by Volume
- 12.0% ABV
- Wine Style
- White Wines
- Closure
- Screw Cap
Winemaker's Notes
Pale yellow in colour with reflections of green. It has an elegant and fruity aroma with delicious floral notes. In the mouth it is very balanced and fine with a hint of sweetness on the finish.
Available Vintages & Format
| SKU | Description | Format | Vintage | Availability | Trade Price | Stock (Cases) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B1303229 | CASTILLO BENIZAR Macabeo 19 | Bottle (75cl) | 2019 | Trade only | - | - |
| B1303235 | CASTILLO BENIZAR Macabeo 21 | Bottle (75cl) | 2021 | Trade only | - | - |
| B1303250 | CASTILLO BENIZAR Macabeo 23 | Bottle (75cl) | 2023 | Trade only | - | - |
This is not a formal quotation. Prices shown are per bottle (size as indicated) DPD excluding VAT. All wines are sold subject to our Terms and Conditions of Sale.
Stock reported in cases of 12 bottles, 24 halves, 6 magnums (all 9L). Oversize bottles in single units.
Castillo de Benízar Rosado Cabernet Sauvignon
Origin: La Mancha
When, in 1947, Fermín Ayuso decided to found his own winery in Villarrobledo, an ideal location due to its climate and soil, he began a family tradition in vine-growing and wine-making that has made Bodegas Ayuso a reference of the highest quality and solidity in the market.
Vinification
A single varietal wine made from the first musts of the best Cabernet Sauvignon vines.
- Grape Variety
- Cabernet Sauvignon 100%
- Alcohol by Volume
- 12.5% ABV
- Wine Style
- Rosé Wines
- Closure
- Screw Cap
Winemaker's Notes
Rasberry pink in colour, with aromas of fresh red fruits such as strawberry, raspberry and redcurrant. Fruity and full on the palate, with an elegant finish.
Available Vintages & Format
| SKU | Description | Format | Vintage | Availability | Trade Price | Stock (Cases) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B1303236 | CASTILLO BENIZAR Rosado 21 | Bottle (75cl) | 2021 | Trade only | - | - |
| B1303245 | CASTILLO BENIZAR Rosado 22 | Bottle (75cl) | 2022 | Trade only | - | - |
This is not a formal quotation. Prices shown are per bottle (size as indicated) DPD excluding VAT. All wines are sold subject to our Terms and Conditions of Sale.
Stock reported in cases of 12 bottles, 24 halves, 6 magnums (all 9L). Oversize bottles in single units.
Castillo de Benízar Tempranillo Tempranillo
Origin: La Mancha
When, in 1947, Fermín Ayuso decided to found his own winery in Villarrobledo, an ideal location due to its climate and soil, he began a family tradition in vine-growing and wine-making that has made Bodegas Ayuso a reference of the highest quality and solidity in the market.
Vinification
A single varietal wine produced from a selection of the best Tempranillo vines.
Contains: sulphites.
- Grape Variety
- Tempranillo 100%
- Alcohol by Volume
- 13.0% ABV
- Wine Style
- Red Wines
- Closure
- Screw Cap
Winemaker's Notes
Intense cherry-red colour with tinges of violet. It has an elegant aroma of wild fruits such as cherries, blackberries and blackcurrants. Flavourful on the palate and very well structured with a lingering finish.
Available Vintages & Format
| SKU | Description | Format | Vintage | Availability | Trade Price | Stock (Cases) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B1303231 | CASTILLO BENIZAR Tempranillo19 | Bottle (75cl) | 2019 | Trade only | - | - |
| B1303234 | CASTILLO BENIZAR Tempranillo19 | Bottle (75cl) | 2019 | Trade only | - | - |
| B1303237 | CASTILLO BENIZAR Tempranillo20 | Bottle (75cl) | 2020 | Trade only | - | - |
| B1303240 | CASTILLO BENIZAR Tempranillo22 | Bottle (75cl) | 2022 | Trade only | - | - |
| B1303241 | CASTILLO BENIZAR Tempranillo23 | Bottle (75cl) | 2023 | Trade only | - | - |
This is not a formal quotation. Prices shown are per bottle (size as indicated) DPD excluding VAT. All wines are sold subject to our Terms and Conditions of Sale.
Stock reported in cases of 12 bottles, 24 halves, 6 magnums (all 9L). Oversize bottles in single units.
Estola Gran Reserva
Origin: La Mancha, Spain
Bodegas Ayuso are proud of their history while also embracing modernity, which means they have everything required to achieve quality wines. At their winery, in recent years, they have made constant efforts to modernise the facilities through the implementation of the technologically most advanced processes.For example, the receipt of the grapes is controlled by computer, for automatic analysis and classification.
And all of this in perfect harmony with another essential part of the process: the keeping of the wine in thousands of oak barrels which imbue the flavours and aromas of long years of ageing. Bodegas Ayuso were the first winery to make a Reserva in the region.
Vinification
The grapes are harvested from a parcel of 20 hectares of the finest vines. Fermentation is in new stainless steel tanks that have double water-filled jackets to precisely control the fermentation temperature. After fermentation it spends 36 months in American oak barrels.
- Grape Variety
- Tempranillo 65%, Cabernet Sauvignon 35%
- Alcohol by Volume
- 13.5% ABV
- Wine Style
- Red Wines
- Closure
- Cork
Winemaker's Notes
Warm and full of black fruit flavours with a touch of pepper and nutmeg. Good balance with a long velvety finish. Great with Cheeses and Stews
Available Vintages & Format
| SKU | Description | Format | Vintage | Availability | Trade Price | Stock (Cases) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B0507188 | ESTOLA Gran Reserva 08 | Bottle (75cl) | 2008 | Trade only | - | - |
| B0507189 | ESTOLA Gran Reserva 12 | Bottle (75cl) | 2012 | Trade only | - | - |
| B0507191 | ESTOLA Gran Reserva 16 | Bottle (75cl) | 2016 | Trade only | - | - |
This is not a formal quotation. Prices shown are per bottle (size as indicated) DPD excluding VAT. All wines are sold subject to our Terms and Conditions of Sale.
Stock reported in cases of 12 bottles, 24 halves, 6 magnums (all 9L). Oversize bottles in single units.
Estola Reserva
Origin: La Mancha, Spain
Bodegas Ayuso are proud of their history while also embracing modernity, which means they have everything required to achieve quality wines. Bodegas Ayuso were the first winery to make a Reserva in the region.
Vinification
Made from grapes of the best vines of the Tempranillo and Cabernet Sauvignon varieties.
Aged for 24 months in American Oak barrels
- Grape Variety
- Tempranillo 75%, Cabernet Sauvignon 25%
- Alcohol by Volume
- 13.5% ABV
- Wine Style
- Red Wines
- Closure
- Cork
Winemaker's Notes
Cherry red in colour with brick-red tones. Warm intense aromas. Fruity tones. Ample and well rounded on the palate. A perfect balance between the varietal nuances and the character acquired during ageing in the oak barrels.
Contains: sulphites.
Available Vintages & Format
| SKU | Description | Format | Vintage | Availability | Trade Price | Stock (Cases) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B0518053 | ESTOLA Reserva 12 | Bottle (75cl) | 2012 | Trade only | - | - |
| B0518054 | ESTOLA Reserva 14 | Bottle (75cl) | 2014 | Trade only | - | - |
| B0518055 | ESTOLA Reserva 18 | Bottle (75cl) | 2018 | Trade only | - | - |
| B0518056 | ESTOLA Reserva 19 | Bottle (75cl) | 2019 | Trade only | - | - |
This is not a formal quotation. Prices shown are per bottle (size as indicated) DPD excluding VAT. All wines are sold subject to our Terms and Conditions of Sale.
Stock reported in cases of 12 bottles, 24 halves, 6 magnums (all 9L). Oversize bottles in single units.
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