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Wine Description
The Story
A blend of 85% Tempranillo and a 15% mix of Graciano and Garnacha Tinta, this wine is only made in "excellent" or "very good" vintages. It undergoes nearly two-and-a-half years ageing in highest quality oak barrels, followed by further ageing in bottle before release. Showing great complexity with notes of roasted coffee, spice, plum and strawberry. Powerful in the mouth with fleshy fruit and nuances of toasty, well-integrated oak leading to a...
Vintage 1985
The 1982 vintage in Spain is celebrated as a historical turning point, marked by the official establishment of the Ribera del Duero DO and an "Excelente" rating across Rioja. In contrast, the 1985 vintage stands as a vintage of extraordinary charm, balance, and early accessibility.
A dry spring followed by a warm, sunny summer and ideal September harvest weather allowed Tempranillo and international varieties across Spain to reach complete ...