Calatayud Garnacha from slate soils at high elevation, with Honoro Vera as the core red.
The producer
Bodegas Ateca is a Calatayud bodega focused on Garnacha, founded in 2005 and working 55 hectares in small plots across surrounding villages. Its vineyards lie in slate soils at elevations from 750 to 1000 metres, with vines ranging from 40 to 100 years old and some plantings dating to the early twentieth century. Roberto Pérez oversees all aspects of winemaking. Honoro Vera Garnacha is the core entry level red, with blackberry, blueberry, plum, baking spice, cola, licorice, black pepper, chocolate and graphite, followed by a dry, tart finish and vibrant acidity.
Known for
High altitude slate Garnacha
Notable facts
Bodegas Ateca was founded in 2005.
The bodega operates 55 hectares across small plots in surrounding villages.
Its vineyards are planted in slate soils at 750 to 1000 metres above sea level.
The vines range from 40 to 100 years old, with some plantings from the early twentieth century.
From the atlas
Bodegas Ateca
Bodegas Ateca is a Calatayud bodega focused on Garnacha, with vineyards in slate soils at high elevation and Honoro Vera Garnacha in its red wine range.
At A Glance
Field
Detail
Region
Aragón, Spain
Appellation
Calatayud
Main grape
Garnacha
Vineyard setting
Slate soils at high elevation
Named red
Honoro Vera Garnacha
Local winemaker
Roberto Pérez
The Producer
Roberto Pérez oversees all aspects of winemaking at Bodegas Ateca, a bodega in Calatayud focused on Garnacha. The operation covers 55 hectares of vineyards spread through small plots in surrounding villages. Its vines range from 40 to 100 years old, with some plantings dating to the early twentieth century.
Place
Honoro Vera Garnacha carries the Calatayud appellation, in Aragón, Spain, where Bodegas Ateca works its vineyards. The vineyards are planted in slate soils between 750 and 1000 metres above sea level. High elevation can slow ripening and help preserve acidity. Slate is a dark, layered rock that allows water to move through the ground while storing warmth, affecting both drainage and heat around the vines.
Wines
Honoro Vera Garnacha is the core entry level red in Bodegas Ateca's range. It is a Garnacha wine from Calatayud. On the nose, it shows blackberry, blueberry and plum, with baking spice, cola and licorice. Black pepper, chocolate and graphite add further aromatic notes. The finish is dry and tart, with vibrant acidity.
Final Word
Founded in 2005, Bodegas Ateca makes Garnacha wines from vineyards in Calatayud.