Altos de Luzón 2021: International awards highlighting the uniqueness of our wines

At Bodegas Luzón, we are celebrating the recent accolades obtained by our Altos de Luzón 2021, a wine that embodies the essence of the land of Jumilla and has captured the attention of experts worldwide. It is with great pride that we announce that Altos de Luzón 2021 has been awarded a silver medal and 90 points in the Decanter World Wine Awards 2024, as well as receiving a 91-point rating in Wine Enthusiast. These awards not only highlight the quality of our wine, but also consolidate the Monastrell variety as one of the wine jewels of our winery.

Importance of the Decanter and Wine Enthusiast Awards in the world of wine

The Decanter World Wine Awards is one of the most prestigious and competitive wine competitions in the world, where each wine submitted is subjected to a rigorous evaluation by renowned critics and sommeliers. Obtaining a silver medal with 90 points in this competition confirms the exceptional quality of our Altos de Luzón 2021 and highlights the potential of the Jumilla region to produce world-class wines. This recognition reinforces our mission at Bodegas Luzón to take the authenticity of our wines beyond Spain’s borders.

Wine Enthusiast is one of the most influential publications in the US market and a benchmark in the wine industry. The score of 91 points awarded to Altos de Luzón 2021 highlights our wine as a recommended choice, especially in the demanding US market. This type of rating is an endorsement of quality that consolidates our Monastrell on the global scene and allows Jumilla and our wines to have greater visibility and appreciation in highly relevant markets.

Altos de Luzon 2021: The spirit of Jumilla and Monastrell

With the Altos de Luzón 2021 vintage, we pay tribute to the essence of the land of Jumilla, a region characterised by an extreme climate, rough soils and an average altitude of 650 metres above sea level. It is in this land of contrasts that the Monastrell variety finds its maximum expression and develops a complexity that only the terroir of Jumilla can offer.

Altos de Luzón 2021 is made exclusively from Monastrell grapes. The grapes are harvested by hand, picking each bunch in small boxes of 10 to 15 kg to preserve the quality of the fruit. This is a process that ensures that each grape arrives intact at the winery, where they spend 24 hours in cold storage at 6ºC before vinification, thus preserving the freshness and intensity of the aromas. Afterwards, on the selection table, we choose the best grapes for vatting, starting a meticulous and careful vinification.

The fermentation of Altos de Luzón 2021 takes 8 to 10 days at controlled temperatures between 24 and 26ºC, with a maceration in contact with the skins that lasts between 10 and 15 days. This wine culminates its elaboration process with an ageing of 12 months in American and French oak barrels, which gives it an elegant structure and a particular aromatic richness that is distinctive of our Altos de Luzón.

Tasting notes of Altos de Luzón 2021

Altos de Luzón 2021 is a deep red wine with ruby reflections, inviting you to immerse yourself in its visual and aromatic intensity. On the nose, this wine displays expressive aromas of ripe red and black fruits, accompanied by sweet spices and a soft smoky touch, the result of its careful oak ageing. This aromatic complexity reflects the potential of the Monastrell grape when grown in the unique conditions of Jumilla.

On the palate, Altos de Luzón 2021 is frank, with a lively freshness that characterises the vintage and a fruity profile that gives it dynamism and character. Its ample texture and volume on the palate are accompanied by fine tannins, which leave a persistent and elegant finish, ideal for those who are looking for a complex and authentic experience. This red wine is a true expression of our terroir and of the philosophy that we at Bodegas Luzón apply to every bottle we make.

A wine with international projection

The recent Altos de Luzón 2021 awards underline Bodegas Luzón’s commitment to excellence and authenticity in each of our wines. These awards consolidate Jumilla as a prestigious wine region and, in particular, Altos de Luzón as a quality exponent of the Monastrell variety.

As ambassadors of Jumilla and its winemaking tradition, at Bodegas Luzón we are proud to share a product that reflects the best of our land. Every process, from harvesting to ageing, is carried out with the utmost respect for our environment and with the aim of capturing the essence of the Jumilla terroir. These awards not only confirm the quality of Altos de Luzón 2021, but also help to consolidate the position of Bodegas Luzón in the international market, opening the door for more people to enjoy the richness and authenticity of our wines.

Jumilla in every bottle of Altos de Luzón 2021

With Altos de Luzón 2021, we wish to convey a story of effort, dedication and passion. Each bottle is a tribute to our land and a promise of quality for those who value authenticity and sophistication in the world of wine. This unique red wine is the result of a combination of factors that only in Jumilla find their maximum expression, making each sip an experience that highlights the value and potential of the Monastrell grape.

Altos de Luzón 2021 is more than a wine; it is a representation of our culture, our history and our vision for the future. With each recognition, we reaffirm our commitment to bring the best version of our land to the glasses of those who seek an authentic and sophisticated wine experience.