Hacienda Monasterio D.O. Ribera del Duero - 2020

75 cl

Tim Atkin: 96 points

Alcohol content: 15% vol.

Grape varieties: 80% Tempranillo, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon

Vinification:

Vinified in steel tanks, then aged for 18 months in 30 % new French barriques.

Tasting note:

Dark garnet red colour. Fine black berries and exotic spices on the nose, floral notes and an appealing minerality. Fresh and juicy on the palate. Crisp acidity and perfectly integrated tannins balance out the ripe fruit.

Hacienda Monasterio:

The extensive estate is located between the two towns of Pesquera and Valbuena de Duero, in a region famed for its quality wines. Since 1990, head oenologist Peter Sisseck and his right-hand man, cellar master Carlos de la Fuente, have defined the style of Monasterio wines. Together they have created cuvées with a full-fruity and remarkably mineral character that clearly stand out from other Ribera wines with their elegant yet intense bouquet.