Finca Valdelroble 2021
DO Ribera del Duero, Spain
Tinto Fino (75%), Merlot (25%) · 2021 · 14.5% abv
A vivid, garnet-hued blend of Tinto Fino and Merlot that marries ripe red cherry and raspberry with hints of violet, sweet herbs and graphite. The palate is polished and textural — supple fruit framed by fine acidity and mineral lift. There’s a precision and freshness here that belies its depth, finishing long and poised with a savoury echo.
Production
Hand-harvested fruit is co-fermented using native yeasts in concrete tanks with minimal intervention to capture the vineyard’s character. After fermentation, the wine matures for 18 months in a mix of new and seasoned 500 L French oak barrels. The restrained oak regime builds texture and complexity while preserving the wine’s vibrant core.
Vinyard
Finca Valdelroble is a singular, isolated vineyard planted at 930 m — once a landing strip, now one of Ribera’s highest sites. Thin, limestone-influenced soils and a long, cool growing season produce fruit with exceptional aromatic detail and natural acidity. The site’s isolation allows for meticulous organic farming, resulting in grapes that speak clearly of place.
Pairing
A superb match for grilled Iberico pork presa or roast pigeon with black garlic. Its elegance and lift also suit mushroom cannelloni, beetroot risotto or aged cow’s milk cheeses.
Ecological Credentials
Organic, Certified Organic, Vegan, Vegetarian