{"id":2249,"date":"2024-05-09T08:26:14","date_gmt":"2024-05-09T08:26:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jardindelcalifa.com\/the-wine-cellar\/"},"modified":"2025-06-10T10:48:29","modified_gmt":"2025-06-10T10:48:29","slug":"the-wine-cellar","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/jardindelcalifa.com\/en\/the-wine-cellar\/","title":{"rendered":"The wine cellar"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Peaceful ageing in our 16th century wine cellar<\/span><\/p>

Where grain was once stored, our wines now mature in silence, with controlled humidity and temperature, until they reach their best expression – each according to its origin and ageing process. <\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Wines from C\u00e1diz \u2013 Kilometre zero<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Local wines first, especially when the quality is this high. In the past two decades, the province has revived its Roman-era winemaking tradition. With Atlantic humidity, the sierra\u2019s altitude, and Jerez\u2019s dryness, C\u00e1diz produces unique wines to suit all tastes. <\/span><\/p>

Do you want generous? Try Palomino at its best: finos from Jerez, manzanilla pasada en rama from Xixarito or the intense Pedro Xim\u00e9nez from raisined grapes. <\/span><\/p>

Red or white? From El Palmar (Vejer), Sancha P\u00e9rez blends varieties like Petit Verdot, Tempranillo, Merlot, and Sauvignon Blanc. In the Sierra, Ibarg\u00fcen offers bold Syrah, and Bodegas Carvajal brings elegance with their Cobijado. <\/span><\/p>

Looking for something different? Alumbra, 100% Malbec, is gaining attention for how well it adapts to this region. <\/span><\/p>

A ros\u00e9? Try Et\u00fa (Vejer), Oce\u00e1nidas, or Forlong from El Puerto. <\/span><\/p>

The list is endless\u2026 better come and discover for yourself.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Spain \u2013 Land of Wine<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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With more than 4,800 wineries, 65,000 wines, and 15% of the world\u2019s vineyards, Spain leads in global exports. Choosing just 120 wines for our list has been quite the challenge! <\/span><\/p>

At El Jard\u00edn del Califa, we offer a diverse and accessible wine list that mixes familiar names with hidden gems. From Ronda, Schatz and Payoya Negra. From Toro, the intense Almirez. Refugallo from Ribeira Sacra, Sexto Elemento (100% Bobal) from Valencia. In whites: the unique Treixadura from Refu, the elegance of Caraballas, the freshness of Txakolis and the vey special Albari\u00f1o Pazo de Rubianes. <\/span><\/p>

Sparkling? Try Botani (Muscat of Alexandria) or the organic cava Masia Salat. Ros\u00e9? Juv\u00e9 & Camps. Something lighter? We\u2019ve got frizzantes and semi-sweet wines too. <\/span><\/p>

And of course, Rioja and Ribera del Duero – pillars of Spain\u2019s wine prestige.<\/span><\/p>

We know many great wines didn\u2019t make the list, but we\u2019re here to help you find the perfect match for every occasion.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Lebanese Reds \u2013 Ancient Origins, Modern Soul<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Four thousand years ago, the Phoenicians introduced the first vines to the Mediterranean. Centuries later, Jesuits refined cultivation, raising Lebanese wine to international standards. <\/p>

At El Jard\u00edn del Califa, we couldn\u2019t go without them. We\u2019ve selected Lebanese wines with exceptional blends<\/i>, combining French varieties like Cabernet Sauvignon, Cinsault, or Syrah with native grapes like Mourv\u00e8dre or Merwah – creating complex, aromatic wines with a strong identity.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Our wine expert Ram\u00f3n Fenoll recommends a few choices from our extensive list:<\/p>

Aperitif<\/strong>
<\/span> Choose a classic like T\u00edo Pepe, the elegant manzanilla Pasada en Rama from Xixarito, or a Palo Cortado. If you prefer beer, we have everything from light brews to barrel-aged craft options from Osborne. Notable vermouths include Izaguirre and Rofes (Reus), or local favourites like La Copa and Duque de Diano.<\/span><\/p>

Light starters<\/strong>
<\/span> Perfect with young reds like Cortijo de Jara, Vi\u00f1a Marro, or \u00c9bano 6. Or pair with fresh whites like Dos Claveles, Neno, or Botani. Ros\u00e9 or cava? Ideal to shake things up.<\/span><\/p>

Main courses<\/strong>
<\/span> For tagines, couscous, or meats: Barbazul, Garum, La Encina del Ingl\u00e9s, Emilio Moro, or Marqu\u00e9s de Legarda Reserva.<\/span>
<\/span> For fish, pastelas, or lighter dishes: whites like Botani, Enate, Domine, or Fabio Montano. Ros\u00e9 is also a great option.<\/span><\/p>

Desserts<\/strong>
Finish with a Cream sherry, a Pedro Xim\u00e9nez, or our artisanal orange liqueur.<\/span><\/p>

Cheers, enjoy, and see you at the restaurant!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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