Javier Revert, Sensal, Valencia, 2018

Javier Revert has strong bonds to his home region, where his family have farmed for generations. After studying viticulture in Valencia he decided to start his own vineyard. One afternoon Javi was walking with his grandfather, who mentioned that an old vineyard they came across had been planted by his great-grandfather. This discovery prompted Javi to keep an eye out for other old, terraced sites. Eventually he found the north facing slopes which he prefers for the freshness and elegance the sites provide. These wines are pure, honest and vibrant, and showcase each site and vintage vividly.

A blend of deeply coloured Garnacha Tintorera and spicy Monastrell, this expressive wine is showing juicy dark fruits, earthy spice notes, which are balanced by its freshness in the mouth and fine tannins.