2021 Casa Rojo Tokyo Gomez-Rojo Cuvée Minami II

2021 Casa Rojo Tokyo Gomez-Rojo Cuvée Minami II is a bold, contemporary red from the sun-drenched hills of Jumilla, crafted for drinkers who enjoy intensity wrapped in elegance. This cuvée unites old-vine Monastrell with high-altitude Garnacha from the remote Valle de La Raja, a harsh yet beautiful landscape of hot summers and biting winters. In a dry, early-ripening vintage like 2021, these deeply rooted local grapes truly shine, offering a wine that captures both the power of the Mediterranean and the freshness of its elevated, north-facing vineyards.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, Cuvée Minami II shows a deep, concentrated red core with vivid violet highlights that signal both youth and vibrancy. The nose is immediately expressive: ripe red and black fruits—think blackberry, black cherry and plum—are layered with notes of balsamic, Mediterranean herbs, sweet spice and a touch of toasted oak from its time in French barrels. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied yet finely tuned, with generous volume and an enveloping mouthfeel. Juicy dark fruit flavors are framed by fresh acidity and polished tannins, giving a sense of both richness and lift. Subtle creamy textures, spice and a hint of cocoa and roasted coffee from the oak add complexity without overwhelming the fruit. The finish is long, fruity and pleasantly spicy, echoing ripe red and black berries with a lingering, savory edge. Enjoyable now for its intensity and energy, it also has the structure to develop gracefully over the next 5–8 years, gaining further nuance and harmony in bottle.

Production
The grapes for Tokyo Gomez-Rojo Cuvée Minami II come from El Valle de La Raja in Jumilla, a rugged high-altitude valley with north-facing slopes that help preserve freshness in this otherwise hot, dry Mediterranean climate. Garnacha is sourced from La Atalaya, a parcel opposite the winery on the cooler northern slope of the Sierra de La Pila, while Monastrell comes from several old vineyards rooted in poor, drought-resistant soils perfectly adapted to the region’s extreme conditions. In the dry, warm 2021 vintage, harvest took place early to capture optimal ripeness and balance. Monastrell and Garnacha are vinified separately in 11,000 L foudres and stainless-steel tanks of various sizes. Alcoholic and malolactic fermentations take place in the same vessels, with about 30% of the wine fermenting in 500 L new French oak barrels to build texture and complexity. After blending, the wine is aged for 12 months in a mix of new and used French oak, allowing the components to integrate while preserving the purity of the fruit.

Food & Serving
This is a versatile, gastronomic red that pairs beautifully with richly flavored dishes such as grilled lamb chops, slow-braised beef, hearty stews, Iberico pork, or roasted game birds. It also works well with charcuterie, aged Manchego, semi-hard sheep’s cheeses, and dishes infused with rosemary, thyme, or smoked paprika. Serve at 16–18 °C to highlight both its fruit and spice. Decanting for 45–60 minutes before serving will help the aromas fully open and soften the tannins, especially in its youth.

Producer
Casa Rojo is a modern, terroir-driven project founded in 2010 by enologist couple José Luis Gómez and Laura Muñoz-Rojo, who believe that a great wine’s greatest virtue is balance. Though relatively young, Casa Rojo has quickly become one of Spain’s most dynamic and recognizable producers, working in regions that reflect their roots and passions: Tinta Fina (Tempranillo) in Ribera del Duero’s continental climate, Monastrell in their Mediterranean homeland of Murcia, and distinctive whites such as Verdejo, Albariño and Sauvignon Blanc from Galicia and beyond. Their philosophy is to let each wine be a maximal expression of its soil, grape variety and local climate rather than a generic style. Today Casa Rojo wines are exported to more than 40 countries worldwide—including the USA, Japan, Singapore and much of Europe—and are celebrated for their quality, strong sense of place and imaginative storytelling.

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