The history of “Castillo de Madax” goes back to the beginning of the 12th century with the construction of a small muslim fortification in a border crossing area between the lands of present-day Albacete and Murcia, in southeast Spain. The name of the castle has its origin in the reeds in which the fortress is established, as it is these reeds that give it the name “Madax” (reed beds in Arabic).
This fortress, built as a lookout point, quickly lost its importance and is abandoned half a century later, falling into oblivion until in 1916 when a French-Scottish family decides to buy the lands where the old fortress stands and carry out its complete reconstruction as a palace, accompanied by the planting of vines to begin the wine production, which they would carry out uninterruptedly until 1939, where they are expropriated during the civil war.
It is in the year 2005 when another great family takes possession of the “Finca Castillo de Madax” and retakes the wine production that continues at present, with the sign of identity of recovering a plot of 120 hectares of vineyard with an average age of 30 years, in a sandy ground located on a limestone bed at an altitude of 700m.
Castillo de Madax Blanco
Type: White Wine.
Grape Varieties: Macabeo-Airén.
Winemaking: The grapes are immediately separated from the stalk following with a light pressing, the freerun juice is clarified in order to ferment for a period of 15/20 days at a controlled temperature between 10/16° C. This will maintain the fruit plenitude.
Tasting Notes: Straw yellow color. On the nose, floral with white fruits and wild herbs notes. It is fresh on the palate, very fruity, bright and tasty with a great acidity which provides a perfect expression and persistence.
Food Pairing: Marinated fish (turbot, sea bass and sea bream), hake with prawns and creamy sauce, seafood, smoked food, chicken or braised beef and Italian pasta with marinara sauce.
Conservation and Consumption: The proper serving temperature of this wine must be between 4° C and 6° C. In their conservation it is important that the temperature is constant at around 15° C, avoiding temperature changes that adversely affect the quality.
Castillo de Madax Rosado
Type: Young Rosé.
Grape Varieties: Monastrell-Tempranillo-Syrah
Winemaking: Obtained from the bleeding-off of the grape ́s free-run must that remains in contact with the skins for 2-4 hours. It is settled and clarified to ferment for 15-20 days at a controlled temperature between 10 and 16 ° C in order to preserve the fullness of the fruit.
Tasting Notes: Strawberry pink color. Intense red fruit and floral aromas. On the palate, it is very fresh, fruity and amiable with good persistence. A youthful, refreshing and lively finish.
Food Pairing: Marinated fish (turbot, sea bass, sea bream), hake stuffed with prawns and cream sauce, seafood , smoked chicken or grilled beef, Italian pasta with marinara sauce.
Conservation and Consumption: The recommended serving temperature of
this wine is between 6 and 8 ° C. In its storage it is important that the temperature is constant at around 16 ° C, avoiding temperature fluctuations that adversely affect quality.
Castillo de Madax Mediterranean Blend
Type: Young Red.
Grape Varieties: Monastrell-Tempranillo-Garnacha Tintorera
Winemaking: Fermentation takes place over 5-7 days at a temperature not exceeding 24/26 ° C. The wine macerates in contact with the skins for a period between 2-4 days.
Tasting Notes: Intense cherry red color with purple hue background. On the nose, a very attractive aromas of fruit with standing out hints of ripe fruit. Very good structure on the palate, fresh, fruity, lively and balanced with the typical notes from the Monastrell grape.
Food Pairing: Salads, stews and casseroles, pasta, mushrooms, sausage, white and blue fish, soft and creamy cheeses, goat cheese, white and red meats, roast lamb and pork.
Conservation and Consumption: The recommended storage and consumption temperature of this wine is between 13 and 15 o C. It is important that the storage temperature is constant at around 17 ° C, avoiding temperature fluctuations that adversely affect quality.
Castillo de Madax Gran Castillo
Type: Crianza Red. Grape Varieties: Monastrell
Winemaking: Fermentation takes place over 5-7 days at a temperature not exceeding 28/30 ° C. The wine remains in contact with the skins to macerate for a period between 10-15 days.
Aging: 12 months in French and American oak barrels.
Tasting Notes: Intense cherry red color with a “terracotta color” rim. On the nose, aromas of ripe fruit, balsamic, sweet and toasted oak notes. Very good structure on the mouth, silky and fleshy; with the presence of dark fruit and roasted notes typical from its period in contact with the oak.
Food Pairing: Ideal accompaniment to salads, poultry, pastries, white meats (duck, pork, turkey), lamb roast and suckling pig.
Conservation and Consumption: The recommended serving temperature of this wine is between 16 and 18 ° C. It is important that the storage temperature is constant at around 17 ° C, avoiding temperature changes that adversely affect quality.
Philosophy
Our philosophy is based on four fundamental pillars:
Monastrell, soil and climate.
Monastrell is a unique and special variety that makes us different. The result, grapes of surprising concentration that produce potent, fruity, sumptuous and meaty wines.
Limestone-sandy soils allow for an unequalled cultivation of our Monastrell grapes. Poor soils, low rainfall, and extreme temperatures place unique demands on the vines.
Our Mediterranean climate, dry and sunny with a continental influence, helps our grapes to a healthy ripening, avoiding disease risk and allowing for an entirely sustainable viticulture.
Continuous Improvement.
Continuous Improvement and Excellence. From the very beginnings through to today, we have always strived to improve, day after day, with our ultimate goal being the achievement of excellence in our viticulture, our processes and in our wine.
History, Tradition and Technology.
The wisdom to bring together the endeavours of our ancestors and to unite that respectfully with the science and technology that exists today will lead us to perfection.
Sustainability.
Everything begins with the soil, respectful cultivation of our vineyards and with processes that guarantee protection of the environment. Nature is everything and taking care of it allows us to carry out sustainable viticulture, with over half of our vineyards certified as ecological.
Our Vineyards
Distance: 34km from the historical centre of Jumilla.
Vineyard extension: 120 hectares
Altitude: 700 metres
Soil: Sandy, over a bed of limestone.
Average age: 30 years.
Climate: Continental with some influence from the nearby Mediterranean. A dry, arid climate.
Awards
· Castillo de Madax Mediterranean Blend 2018 – Gold Medal at Berliner Wine Trophy
· Castillo de Madax Mediterranean Blend 2018 – Gold Medal at Concours Mondial de Bruxelles
· Castillo de Madax Crianza 2016 – Silver Medal at AWC Vienna
· Castillo de Madax Crianza 2018 – Gold Medal at Berliner Wine Trophy
· Castillo de Madax Crianza 2019 – Gold Medal at Berliner Wine Trophy
· Castillo de Madax Crianza 2020 – Gold Medal at Berliner Wine Trophy
· Gran Castillo de Madax 2016 – Gold Medal at AWC Vienna
· Gran Castillo de Madax 2018 – Gold Medal at AWC Vienna
· Gran Castillo de Madax 2019 – Gold Medal at Berliner Wine Trophy
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