Mediterranean interior of Castilla-La Mancha at 700–900m; transition between La Mancha's continental climate and Mediterranean Murcia. Garnacha Tintorera (the only red-fleshed grape in Spain) is the signature variety alongside Monastrell. Limestone and clay soils; dramatic temperature swings produce concentrated but fresh wines. Perennial underdog of Spanish wine producing extraordinary value.
| Year | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | — | Good Almansa vintage; altitude freshness preserved dark Monastrell character |
| 2022 | — | Hot Castilla-La Mancha summer; old-vine Garnacha Tintorera at altitude produced exceptional concentration and colour |
| 2021 | — | Good growing season; altitude sites (900m) maintained freshness; Atalaya range showing excellent quality |
| 2020 | — | Outstanding vintage; La Atalaya del Camino from this year received highest international scores; Almansa breakthrough |
| 2019 | — | Classic Almansa profile; Garnacha Tintorera's red flesh and dark fruit at their typical intense best |
| 2018 | — | Variable conditions; high-altitude limestone soils outperformed; Monastrell and Garnacha both showing good structure |
| 2017 | — | Warm dry vintage; Garnacha Tintorera achieved maximum concentration from water-stressed old vines at altitude |
| 2016 | — | Superb Almansa vintage; Atalaya range praised internationally; foundation vintage for modern Almansa recognition |