Crucillón is produced by Bodegas Aragonesas, a cooperative located in
the small town of Fuendejalon, in the Spanish province of Aragon, for
which it is named. Situated in the upper Ebro River Valley, and on the
slopes of the Sierra Moncayo Mountains, it is the largest winery in
Campo de Borja DOP. This is the ancestral home of Garnacha, where the
extremely hot, dry climate and stark contrast between day and night
time temperatures are ideal for cultivation of this late ripening variety.
Garnacha vineyards are noted in the agricultural records kept by
Cistercian Monks of the nearby Veruela Monastery, dating back to 1145.
Today, the low yields of these century-old vines produce rich,
concentrated wines with distinctive aromas and flavors. At all levels,
they are approachable, balanced, smooth and fruity. At the same time,
they are crafted with a sense of place and respect for the qualities that
make Garnacha unique.