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The vineyard’s location explains why this is such an enjoyable wine that most certainly over-delivers. The vineyards are in Fompedraza, Ribera del Duero, sitting approximately 895 meters above sea level, one of the highest vineyards in the northern hemisphere.
The altitude combined with medium—to fine-textured soils rich in carbonate deposited from the Upper Miocene and Quaternary periods contributes to the smoothness, depth, complexity, and elegance of the wines from this region.
This is 100% Tempranillo and is blended from the best Ribera del Duero vineyards parcels. This was aged for 12 months in 60% French and 40% American oak; followed by a minimum of 12 months bottle aging.
The appealing label reflects the owner’s belief that this wine is ‘filled with the freshness, emotion, and intensity of a starry night’.
There is a rich combination of aromas centered around blackberries, oak, leather, and earth.
The palate is smooth and appealing with layers of black and blueberries, plums, and cherries with secondary notes of oak, vanilla, and chocolate with just a hint of mushrooms and spices. Tannins are evident but not obtrusive with nice balance and texture on the mouthfeel. This is a well-put-together wine that ticks all the boxes at under $25 in most markets- a hard combination to beat. Definitely a great addition to the Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday night wine selection.
This is a great pizza wine, but it would do well with burgers from the grill, a selection of Tapas, Turkey, or Pork Chops with a spicy tomato-based sauce.
This has a way to go with cellaring- at least another 6 – 8 years, around 2032 – 2035.
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