Ratings
Tim Atkin Master of Wine - 96 points (2016 vintage)
Awards
Mundus Vini - Gold (2016 vintage)
Identity
| Producer | Bodegas Bardos |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | Reserva |
| Grapes | Cabernet Sauvignon, Tempranillo |
| Color | red |
| Sweetness | dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Dense ruby red with garnet edges |
| Aroma | Expressive notes of blueberries, mulberries, blackcurrants, blackberries, oak, gingerbread spice, and cocoa bean |
| Palate | Powerful texture, pleasantly dry, grippy, aromatic, with lively fruit acidity, fresh and lively on the palate |
| Finish | Beautiful reverberation with a long and pleasant finish |
| Food Pairing | Pairs well with lamb, beef, pork, and other rich meats |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Astringency (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
AVERAGE
Enology
| Aging Process | Aged for 16 months in French oak barrels |
| Fermentation | Fermentation takes place in large wood at controlled temperatures |
Terroir
| Soil | Clay, sandy and limestone soils |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Grapes are harvested exclusively by hand without the help of coarse and less selective machines, ensuring perfect physiological ripeness. |
Interesting facts
| Bodegas Bardos is recognized among the best in Ribera del Duero, classified as Third Growth by Tim Atkin MW. The winery has over 30 years of history and is known for quality and authenticity. |