Cal Y Canto, Tempranillo, Merlot, Syrah 2024

Get to know: Cal Y Canto Tempranillo, Merlot, Syrah

A smooth and vibrant Spanish red wine from the sun-drenched vineyards of Castilla-La Mancha.

Tasting Note

Cal Y Canto Tempranillo, Merlot, Syrah is a medium-bodied blend that brims with ripe fruit character. Deep ruby in colour with enticing aromas of ripe plum, black cherry, and violet. On the palate, this red blend is soft and velvety, with layers of juicy red and black fruit balanced by gentle spice. The finish is smooth, rounded, and delightfully moreish.

Top food pairings:

• Chargrilled aubergine and lentil stew
• Manchego or mild cheddar
• Spiced lamb koftas or slow-cooked pork shoulder

Kate Says

"Sometimes you need a wine that just tastes good and you don't need to think about. This is that kind of wine and also an example of the value you can get from Spanish regions like La Mancha. It has great fruit and would be perfect for barbecue."

Producer Info

Bodegas Isidro Milagro is a family-run winery with three generations of expertise. Based in Rioja, they craft Cal Y Canto from vineyards in Castilla-La Mancha – one of Spain’s most exciting wine regions. High-altitude sites between 300 and 750 metres give the perfect balance of ripeness and freshness, resulting in wines that are both generous and finely balanced.

How it’s made:

• Varieties: Tempranillo, Merlot, and Syrah
• Hand-harvested at peak ripeness to capture vibrant fruit character
• Grapes fermented separately in stainless steel tanks
• Gentle pump-overs to extract colour and flavour while keeping tannins smooth
• Blended and matured briefly in tank – keeping it fresh, pure, and fruit-forward

Good to know:

• Region: Castilla-La Mancha, Spain
• Style: Red, still, medium-bodied
• Closure: Cork
• Vegan: No
• ABV: 13.5%
• Vintage: 2024

Why we love it:

This Castilla-La Mancha red wine is a real crowd-pleaser – bursting with ripe fruit, smooth on the palate, and versatile enough to pair with everything from veggie dishes to rich meats. A brilliant example of a modern Spanish red blend at its most approachable.