The world of wine is full of challenges and rewards, and for wineries, few things are as rewarding as receiving a high score from a renowned American critic.

Four of Bodem Bodegas’ wines – Prados Privé 2021, Prados Fusión 2022, Prados Syrah 2022, and Las Margas Los Cerezos 2021 – have scored 91 points – a great achievement!

Bodem Bodegas: A Passionate and Quality Trajectory

Before analyzing the award-winning wines, it is important to understand the context of Bodem Bodegas. This winery with Protected Designation of Origin Cariñena, located in the Aragon wine region of Cariñena, has built its reputation on a passion for viticulture and respect for the terroir. Since its founding, Bodem Bodegas has sought to produce wines that reflect the land’s essence and offer a unique sensory experience to those who sustainably enjoy them.

Prados Privé 2021: The Elegance of Syrah – 91 points

Prados Privé 2021 stands out for its elegance and complexity. Made from carefully selected Syrah grapes, this wine shows a deep intensity of color and an aromatic bouquet that combines notes of ripe red fruits with hints of spice and subtle oak nuances.

“Masses of smoky-oak and mocha characters to the minty blackberries, cured meat and pine needles. Fresh, firm, and fine-grained on the palate with pure fruit and a juicy, extensive finish. Approach from 2025.” James Suckling 2024.

Prados Fusion 2022: The Expression of Freshness – 91 points

Prados Fusión 2022 is a wine that celebrates freshness and vivacity. This blend of Grenache and Syrah offers a vibrant aromatic profile with forest fruits, flowers, and a touch of Mediterranean herbs standing out.

“A fleshy, energetic, and flavorful blend of garnacha and syrah. On the nose, aromas of cherries, strawberries, warm herbs, and baking spices dominate. Full-bodied with plush tannins, it has an intense core of berries on the palate with a vivid finish. Drink or hold.” James Suckling 2024.

Prados Syrah 2022: A Wine of Character – 91 points

Prados Syrah 2022 faithfully represents the Syrah variety grown in the Campo de Borja region of Aragon. With its deep purple color and seductive aroma that blends black fruits, spices, and a slight hint of chocolate, this wine is a true delight for the senses.

“An energetic and driven syrah with notes of sweet cherries, cured meats, cinnamon, and dried spices on the nose. It’s full-bodied, intense and dense with plush, tongue-coating tannins in the punchy, spicy finish. Drink or hold.” James Suckling 2024.

Las Margas Los Cerezos 2021: The Uniqueness of Terroir – 91 points

Finally, Las Margas Los Cerezos 2021 is a wine that encapsulates the uniqueness of Bodem Bodegas’ terroir. Made from Garnacha grapes, this wine stands out for its freshness and aromatic expressiveness, where notes of cherry, violets, and a mineral touch intertwine perfectly.

“A juicy, velvety garnacha showcasing aromas of raspberries, strawberries and baking spices. Medium-bodied with silky tannins, it has plenty of volume and drive on the palate with a generous red-berry character in the finish. Vegan. Drink or hold.” James Suckling 2024.

This is a big step towards further improving the quality of sustainable wines.

The 91-point scores awarded by James Suckling to Prados Privé 2021, Prados Fusión 2022, Prados Syrah 2022, and Las Margas Los Cerezos 2021 reflect Bodem Bodegas’ constant effort to create wines that capture the essence of their terroir. These recognitions highlight the quality and dedication of the winery but also remind us that there is always room for further learning and improvement.

For Bodem Bodegas, these scores are a source of pride and an impetus to continue working with the same passion and respect for tradition.