Por Tí 2022: The Bodegas Luzón wine winning over international critics with 97 points from Decanter

Some wines carry a winery’s name far beyond its borders. Por Tí 2022, one of Bodegas Luzón’s most iconic wines, has recently received another accolade that confirms its place among the leading names on the international wine scene: 97 points and a Platinum Medal at the 2026 Decanter World Wine Awards. This result places the red wine from Jumilla among the competition’s highest-rated entries and highlights the potential of Monastrell to compete at the highest level.

But what lies behind a bottle capable of catching the attention of international experts? The answer lies in a combination of grape varieties, careful winemaking and an approach to wine that brings together concentration, fruit expression and Mediterranean character.

Por Tí 2022, one of Bodegas Luzón’s most award-winning wines

International awards offer a valuable way to assess a wine’s track record, especially when recognition comes from different competitions and specialist publications. For Por Tí, the 2022 vintage has marked one of the most important milestones in its history.

In July 2026, the Decanter World Wine Awards (DWWA) awarded it 97 points and a Platinum Medal, one of the competition’s most prestigious distinctions. As a result, Por Tí 2022 became the only wine from the Region of Murcia to receive a Platinum Medal in that edition and one of just 27 Spanish wines to achieve this recognition.

The significance of the award goes beyond the score itself. Decanter is one of the leading international publications in the wine world, and its awards bring together specialists who assess thousands of wines through blind tastings. Achieving a score of 97 points places a wine in the top tier of excellence within the competition’s rating system.

This success adds to the recognition received by previous vintages of Por Tí. In 2024, the 2021 vintage earned 94 points at the Decanter World Wine Awards. In addition, Por Tí 2022 received 91 points from Wine Spectator and 93 points from Wine Enthusiast, further strengthening its position among Spanish wines recognised by specialist critics.

This track record reinforces Por Tí’s status as one of Bodegas Luzón’s most iconic and award-winning wines.

Por Tí: The story that turned a feeling into an iconic wine

Behind Por Tí, one of Bodegas Luzón’s most iconic wines, lies a story that began with one of life’s most transformative experiences: the birth of a daughter.

In 2007, while the team was working on a new wine for the winery, one of our colleagues shared the joy of becoming a father for the first time. That deeply personal feeling inspired a wine conceived as a tribute to children, family and the people who make our lives more special.

The label captures the spirit of that story with an emotional dedication: “You are what I never dreamed of, what I never believed I deserved.”

Over time, Por Tí grew beyond the story of one father to take on a universal meaning: a way to say thank you, celebrate a special bond or raise a glass to someone indispensable in your life.

Monastrell and Cabernet Sauvignon: Two varieties, one distinctive personality

The personality of this red wine from Jumilla begins with its blend. Por Tí 2022 is made from 80% Monastrell and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, two grape varieties that bring different yet complementary characteristics to the wine.

Monastrell is one of the Mediterranean vineyard’s leading grape varieties and is closely associated with the Jumilla Designation of Origin. It adapts well to the area’s hot, dry conditions and produces wines with character, intense fruit flavours and structure.

Cabernet Sauvignon, meanwhile, is one of the world’s most internationally recognised red grape varieties. Its contribution to the blend helps build a complex, structured profile that complements Monastrell’s fruit expression.

The result is a full-bodied red wine with concentration and balance, designed to showcase carefully selected fruit without sacrificing the complexity provided by its different components.

Combining these two varieties allows the winemaking team to work with a range of nuances and create a wine with its own distinctive personality. It is not simply a matter of bringing two grapes together, but of finding the right balance between their characteristics to achieve a harmonious expression in the glass.

Por Tí 2022: Tasting notes and wine characteristics

If you want to know what to expect when opening a bottle of Por Tí 2022, its tasting notes offer some clear clues.

Appearance: An opaque cherry-red colour with a garnet rim, an intense hue that hints at the wine’s character.

Nose: Ripe red fruit aromas take centre stage, accompanied by spicy notes, fine cocoa and toasted aromas from the oak. The aromatic profile combines expressive fruit with nuances that add depth and complexity.

Palate: The wine stands out for its good structure, concentrated texture and savoury character. Its mature, sweet tannins create a smooth, approachable mouthfeel, while its length and persistence allow the flavours to linger after each sip.

In short, this is a powerful, modern and expressive red wine in which concentration never overshadows the fruit.

For the best tasting experience, we recommend serving it at 14–16°C. This temperature helps reveal its aromatic profile and structure without allowing the alcohol or warmth to dominate.

Careful winemaking to showcase the fruit

A wine’s quality depends on more than the grape varieties used. How the grapes are handled during winemaking also plays a decisive role in shaping the wine’s structure, aromas and texture.

For Por Tí 2022, fermentation and maceration last 15 to 20 days, depending on the grape variety, with the skins remaining in contact with the must. The temperature does not exceed 28°C.

This process helps extract the grape’s components, contributing to the wine’s colour, structure and aromatic profile. Temperature control is part of a winemaking approach designed to preserve fruit expression and achieve a balanced result.

The combination of the two grape varieties, careful monitoring of fermentation and attention to every stage of production all contribute to defining the style of this Bodegas Luzón wine.

A Jumilla wine to enjoy around the table

A wine with structure and aromatic richness offers plenty of food-pairing possibilities. Por Tí 2022 works well with Mediterranean cuisine, particularly dishes where the quality of the ingredients and the cooking take centre stage.

Its profile is especially well suited to grilled meats, roasts, meat dishes with delicate sauces and aged cheeses. It can also accompany traditional recipes with intense flavours that do not overpower the wine’s nuances.

The key is to find harmony between the intensity of the dish and the structure of the red wine. For example, pairing it with roast meat seasoned with aromatic herbs or an aged cheese can create combinations that allow you to enjoy both the food and Por Tí’s aromas and flavours.

There is no need to save it for an extraordinary occasion. A good meal, a special celebration or a gathering around the table can be reason enough to open a bottle.

Por Tí, an internationally recognised icon of Bodegas Luzón

The 97 points and Platinum Medal at the 2026 Decanter World Wine Awards mark a new chapter in Por Tí’s history. This recognition celebrates the work of Bodegas Luzón and helps bring the distinctive character of Jumilla wines to international markets.

Its blend of Monastrell and Cabernet Sauvignon, aromas of ripe fruit, spices and cocoa, and concentrated structure define a wine that has earned its place among the Spanish wines most highly rated by critics.

If you are looking for an award-winning red wine from Jumilla, with Mediterranean character and a track record backed by international recognition, Por Tí 2022 is well worth getting to know.

Some wines tell the story of a grape variety, others speak of a place, and some bring both together in a single bottle. Por Tí is one of those wines that carries the name of Bodegas Luzón and Jumilla to the tables of people looking for character and international recognition.