Finca Élez is a Spanish wine region located in eastern La Mancha, Spain. This location is highly elevated, ranging between 1080-1180 meters above sea level, and has a continental climate, leading to the creation of complex, unique wines.
The area was designated a Vino de Pago, Spain's top-level appellation for quality wine, in 2002. This signifies the highest quality level in Spanish wine regulations and is reserved for estates with a specific microclimate and terroir.
Finca Élez covers a total of 315 hectares, of which about 40 hectares are under vine cultivation. The soil here is chalky-clay, mixed with granite and quartz. It is known for producing red wines made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Tempranillo, along with white wines made from Chardonnay and Gewürztraminer.
This region is also the home of the Bodegas Manuel Manzaneque winery, which is noted for its production of critically acclaimed wines. Manuel Manzaneque, a Spanish film director and vine grower, introduced modern viticultural and wine producing techniques in the area, significantly contributing to the growth of the region.
Finca Élez wines are noted for their intensity, purity, and complexity. The elevated winemaking techniques along with the distinct landscape contribute to creating wines with a good structure and a well-balanced level of acidity.
