This wine is made with 100% Tinta Fina (Tempranillo) grapes from our
vineyards located in Quintana del Pidio, in the heart of the Ribera del
Duero appellation in the province of Burgos. Grape maturation on the 2005 vintage was exceptional with balanced acidity and high phenolic values. Harvest
was done by hand and the grapes were brought into the winery in small
stainless steel containers. Once in the winery, the fermentation took
place in a small stainless steel tank of 10,000 liters with a rigorous
temperature control to keep the freshness of the juice and develop its
aromatic potential. The official 2005 Vintage rate from the Ribera del Duero appellation Council was “Very Good”.
VISUAL. This wine shows a dense ruby/purple color almost opaque. NOSE.
Intense, with lots of nuances and aromas of sweet berries, truffles and
spice with notes of the typical licorice from the Tinta Fina
(Tempranillo) varietal. TASTE. Powerful attack with an initial
velvety impression that is followed by a cascade of blackberry and
licorice hints with mineral nuances. It is ample and rich with
impressive sweet fruit tannins for this 6 months aged wine, unique
example of a Tinta Fina made from 85 year old vines.
