Ratings
JS 90
Identity
| Producer | Fernández Rivera family |
| Year | 2020 |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León |
| Grapes | 100% Tempranillo |
| Color | Red |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Clear and bright red wine with intense ruby-red color and some violet undertones |
| Aroma | High intensity nose with aromas of red fruit, cherry, toasted and roasted notes, subtle ripe black fruit jam, delicate toasted notes, hints of cocoa, balsamic hints, licorice, toffee and vanilla |
| Palate | Powerful, tasty, fruity palate reminiscent of liquorice with toasted notes of toffee and vanilla; medium- to full-bodied with fine, firm tannins, well structured, flavorful, meaty, with ripe, sweet tannins giving breadth and volume |
| Finish | Long persistent finish with hints of liquor-infused cherries, plum, licorice, cocoa, and earthy notes |
| Food Pairing | veal tenderloin, mustard, grilled lamb kebabs, red meat, roasted vegetables |
| Serving Temp | 14-16°C |
| Aging Potential | Can age well for several years due to structure and tannins |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| Organic | Yes |
| Natural | Yes |
| ABV % | 14.5 |
| Aging Process | Minimum 12 months aging in fine grain, 225- and 300-liter neutral American oak barrels with light-to-medium toast; aged in underground stone cellars providing ideal temperature and humidity |
| Fermentation | Alcoholic fermentation lasts 6-10 days at 20-25°C |
Terroir
| Soil | Soil formed by sedimentary sandstone, clay and limestone with limestone topsoil |
| Vine Age | 25 |
Interesting facts
| Aged in extensive underground stone cellars dug in the 18th century providing ideal conditions for aging; produced by the Fernández Rivera family dedicated to natural winemaking |