2022 Hispano Suizas Bassus Finca Casilla Herrera

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The Bassus Finca Casilla Herrera is a fine red wine from the DOP Valencia. This wine is a blend of Bobal, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Shiraz, and Cabernet Franc. The vineyards have a soil of chalky clay, and the climate is continental with Mediterranean influences. They are situated at an altitude of a few hundred meters, and there is a significant difference between day and night.

In the glass, the Bassus Finca Casilla Herrera has an intense cherry-red color with complex aromas on the nose, emphasizing red fruit notes enveloped in balsamic, vanilla, dairy chocolate, hazelnut, and an elegant finish of toasted wood. Silky smooth and juicy on the palate, red fruit (plums) with a toasted finish and a very long aftertaste. This is a modern red wine from Valencia, and Hispano Suizas is certainly the trendsetter here. More focus on elegance, fruit, and sufficient freshness, and less on the heavy wood.

Serve at 18°C. - Light sediment may be present and is natural, as they make this wine with minimal filtration to maximize quality.

WINEMAKING

They select the best grapes from low-yielding vines in their own vineyards, with only 4,000 plants per hectare. The grapes are collected in special boxes, each weighing 15 kg. They harvest exclusively in the very early morning to keep the grapes at an optimal temperature until they reach the winery. Once there, the full boxes are stored for 3 days in cold rooms at a temperature of -10°C. They select box by box and proceed to destemming and macerating in new 400-liter American oak barrels, from which part of the bottom has been removed.

They install a stainless steel cooling system in each vat to cold-soak the grapes at 8°C for 4 days. Daily, they manually press down the grape residue in the oak barrels, and as soon as fermentation has started, they add cooling water for natural fermentation to the vat, which takes place at a maximum temperature of 26°C.

After 12 days, they transfer the grapes to a pneumatic press to gently press them at a pressure of a maximum of 0.5 bar. The development of the different grape varieties takes place separately, and subsequently, the final blend is aged for at least 20 months in American oak barrels and 300-liter French Allier oak barrels, after which it is lightly filtered before bottling.

FUN FACT: In the 'Attachments' tab, you will find the official factsheet for this fine wine. We will automatically send this to you upon ordering this wine. The wine is stored in our climate-controlled Wine Warehouse, and if you come to collect the wine, you will often receive a nice discount . You will see your discount immediately when you select 'Pick up' on the checkout page. We are located in Dordrecht, almost next to the A16, with ample parking. Click here for our address.

Type of Wine Red
Country Spain
Region Valencia
Appellation Utiel Requena
Winery Hispano Suizas
Grape Bobal, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Syrah-Shiraz
Biological certified No
Natural wine No
Vegan No
Vintage 2022
Drinking as of 2025
Drinking till 2036
Alcohol % 14
Alcohol free/low No
Content 0.75 ltr
Oak aging Yes
Sparkling No
Dessert wine No
Closure Cork
Promotion Tier Price
James Suckling rating 92
Vinous rating 91
Tasting Profiles Complex, Donker fruit, Houtgerijpt, Rond, Rood fruit, Soepel
Drink moments Iets te vieren, Indruk maken, Lekker luxe
Sommy Pairing Beschrijving In de neus en mond toont deze Bassus Finca Casilla Herrera rijp rood fruit zoals kers en pruim, omarmd door balsamico, vanille, zuivelchocolade en een subtiele hazelnoot- en geroosterd houttoon, zijdezacht en sappig met een lange, elegante afdronk. Dankzij die frisse fruitigheid en het geroosterde, licht pittige houtprofiel snijdt de wijn mooi door het vet van rundvlees en lam, versterkt hij de umami van charcuterie en combineert hij uitstekend met de rokerige tonen van barbecue. Kies voor bereidingswijzen die de fruitigheid en geroosterde smaken aanvullen, zoals medium-rare gegrilde entrecote, langzaam geroosterd lam met rozemarijn of barbecuespareribs met een licht zoete of balsamico-glaze, en serveer rond 18°C voor de beste balans.

James Suckling

92

Vinous

91

97/100

R

The Hispano Suizas estate is the story of the conviction to make a dream come true.

The history of the Hispano Suizas winery

Hispano Suizas was founded in 2006 by three passionate winemakers with a shared vision to create a world-class winery. Pablo Ossorio, Rafael Navarro, and Marc Grin were united by their common passion for wine and their desire to introduce innovations in viticulture. With their extensive experience in both national and international wine markets, they transformed Hispano Suizas into a winery that gained significant recognition in a short time. The winery has been awarded numerous prizes and is loved by wine enthusiasts worldwide.

Their goal: To produce high-quality wine and make it accessible to the growing number of wine lovers. This requires daily care and attention to ensure the best way to produce exceptional wine. They have been meticulous and patient during production, knowing that the right combination can yield an exceptionally beautiful result. The ambition is high; producing masterful wine and making it accessible to the consumer are often conflicting goals.

The region where Hispano Suizas is located

Hispano Suizas is located in the Utiel-Requena region, Valencia, one of the most important wine areas in Spain. This region is part of the autonomous community of Valencia and enjoys an ideal climate for viticulture. With hot summers and cool nights, the area offers the perfect conditions for the development of complex and flavorful wines. The limestone-rich soil and the altitude of the vineyards contribute to the distinctive flavor profiles of the wines produced here.

Viticulture at Hispano Suizas

Hispano Suizas combines modern techniques with age-old methods to guarantee high quality. The wines grow in an area covering 61 hectares, 46 hectares of which surround the winery, while the remaining 15 hectares are only 500 meters away. The vineyards are meticulously maintained, with a focus on sustainable viticultural practices. The grapes are handpicked to ensure only the best quality is selected. Precision is maintained throughout the entire process, from grape cultivation to bottling, to ensure consistent quality.

What grape varieties are used?

Hispano Suizas uses a variety of grape types, both local and international. Some of the main grapes used include Bobal, a regional variety known for producing wines with deep color and robust flavor, and Tempranillo, renowned for its versatility and refinement. Additionally, grapes such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir are cultivated to create unique blends and single varietals. For white wines, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay are used, resulting in fresh and aromatic products.

Approximately 4,000 vines grow per hectare, allowing the winery to work with great precision to cultivate and harvest the best quality grapes. The production per vine is only 2 kg. Due to the diversity of grapes grown, the harvest spans almost three months, starting with the cava in August and concluding with the red wines in October.

Ordering Hispano Suizas wines online?

Would you like to experience the wines of Hispano Suizas yourself? At Grandcruwijnen, you can easily order online. The wines are stored in our climate-controlled Wine Warehouse to guarantee optimal quality. Additionally, you often receive a discount when you choose to pick up your order. This discount is shown directly when you select ‘Pick Up’ at the checkout page. Visit our website and explore the extensive range of Hispano Suizas wines.

In de neus en mond toont deze Bassus Finca Casilla Herrera rijp rood fruit zoals kers en pruim, omarmd door balsamico, vanille, zuivelchocolade en een subtiele hazelnoot- en geroosterd houttoon, zijdezacht en sappig met een lange, elegante afdronk. Dankzij die frisse fruitigheid en het geroosterde, licht pittige houtprofiel snijdt de wijn mooi door het vet van rundvlees en lam, versterkt hij de umami van charcuterie en combineert hij uitstekend met de rokerige tonen van barbecue. Kies voor bereidingswijzen die de fruitigheid en geroosterde smaken aanvullen, zoals medium-rare gegrilde entrecote, langzaam geroosterd lam met rozemarijn of barbecuespareribs met een licht zoete of balsamico-glaze, en serveer rond 18°C voor de beste balans.

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