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Ribera del Duero

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Ribera del Duero
The Ribera Del Duero denomination of origin, established in 1982, is located in the Douro river basin, south of the province of Burgos (autonomous region of Castilla y León), on the great plateau of northern Spain.

The soils of the Ribera Del Duero terroir consist mainly of sandy and silty sediments with alternating layers of limestone and marl concretions. The topography is relatively flat, placing the vineyards between 750 and 850m above sea level, with a few hills rising to almost 900m. The Ribera Del Duero region is influenced by a climate that is both continental and Mediterranean: rainfall remains moderate, forcing the vines to sink their roots deep into the soil, with temperatures ranging from -18°C in winter to over 40°C in summer.

Tempranillo, Spain's king grape variety, is largely responsible for making Ribera Del Duero wines. Other varieties include Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Grenache noir and Albillo. The wines produced are predominantly red, with a small proportion of rosés. They belong to 4 distinct classes, depending on their ageing: Joven, Crianza, Reserva and Gran Reserva. The Ribera Del Duero denomination of origin produces some of Spain's finest wines, including certainly the most famous and prized: Pingus, from Bodega Dominio de Pingus. Other producers, such as Bodegas Lara Ortiz, Bodega Montecastro, Bodega Vega Sicilia and Bodega Valtravieso, also match the appellation's qualities.

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Dominio de Pingus - Ribera del Duero Pingus 2021

100/100 Robert Parker

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100/100 James Suckling

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98/100 Vinous

Spain
tempranillo
great wine
confidential
to the top

"A double 100/100 from the Wine Advocate and James Suckling for this vintage, which ranks among the best wines in the world, an exceptional vintage!

"Violet, flint, graphite, dark chocolate, ink pot and herbal notes like tarragon. Black truffles. Tar and sandalwood notes. Black tea. Medium-bodied, with very linear, tight, polished tannins and a fine, silky texture. Endless and flawless. Deep and absolute. Superb structure and balance." (James Suckling 2023) - Delivery in wooden case possible for orders of 3 bottles of this wine (depending on country and shipping method selected)

Dominio de Pingus - Ribera del Duero Flor de Pingus 2021

96/100 James Suckling

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95+/100 Robert Parker

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95/100 Vinous

Spain
tempranillo
concentrate
long finish
prestige

"A Tempranillo of incredible finesse and elegance, sublimated by Peter Sisseck!"

"Flor de Pingus 2021 comes from several vineyards in La Horra, Ribera del Duero, and has spent 18 months in French oak barrels. It is purple in color. Complex, subtle aromas include sour cherry and blueberry interwoven with rose, herbs and garrigue. On the palate, it's dry and velvety, with a balanced chalky character, quite intense, not very fresh but very energetic. This is a distinctive and delicious red that reflects a modern approach to Ribera." (Vinous 2023)

Dominio de Pingus - Ribera del Duero PSI 2021

96/100 Vinous

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96/100 Falstaff

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94/100 James Suckling

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93+/100 Robert Parker

Spain
tempranillo
floral
elegant
juicy

"A Ribera del Duero with the typical expression of an exceptional terroir: precise and tasty!

"PSI 2021 is 90% Tempranillo and 10% Garnacha from old vines planted on limestone soils and has been aged for up to 16 months in mostly large French oak barrels. In the glass, it is garnet-red with a slight purple hue. The nose offers notes of blood, sour cherry and blackberry, intermixed with violet and dried flowers, resulting in a complex, layered profile. The palate is dry and velvety. Chalky tannins define a compact palate and persistent fruity and floral flavors. The 2021 is a distinctive Ribera del Duero with excellent nuance and agility." (Vinous 2023)

Bodegas Teófilo Reyes - Sierra Ibérica 2020

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3.6/5 (5 reviews)

91/100 James Suckling

Spain
tempranillo
structured
coated tannins
barbecue

"Aromas of blackberries, black cherries, plum pits, sweet spices and nuts. Full-bodied, with firm, velvety tannins. Textured and structured, with a smooth finish. Best after 2022. (James Suckling 2021). 100% Tempranillo up for grabs!

Bodegas Casajus - Vendimia Seleccionada 2018

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3.5/5 (2 reviews)

93/100 James Suckling

Spain
tempranillo
structured

"A layered red with notes of plum, blue fruit, chocolate and lavender. Full-bodied, with tight, polished tannins that give the wine its lovely structure. Long and persistent. Still a little closed. Will be even better after 2022. (James Suckling 2020)

Dominio de Pingus - Flor de Pingus 2018

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4/5 (1 reviews)

94+/100 Robert Parker

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94/100 James Suckling

Spain
prestige
confidential

"A ripe, layered red with notes of plum, black cherry and toasted oak. Full-bodied with round tannins, but the wine is also lively. Subtle and fine. Still a little shy. Drink now or cellar. (James Suckling 2021)

Dominio de Pingus 2018

100/100 Robert Parker

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99/100 James Suckling

Spain
prestige
to the top

" ... The wine is subtle and harmonious, elegant and insinuating, with all the components of a very good balance. It's precise and pure; Sisseck is meticulous and meticulous, and the wine shows that precision. It follows the line of the 2016, very good even though it was only bottled a month before tasting." (Wine Advocate 2021)

Pico Cuadro - Original 2016

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3.6/5 (70 reviews)

91/100 Penin

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90/100 Robert Parker

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89/100 James Suckling

Spain
tempranillo
ready to drink
quality-price

"Ready to drink

"Even riper, darker and more concentrated, [...] Original 2016 is also more rustic and more about black fruit than red fruit. Tannins are more abundant, with a fine, slightly firm grain, probably extracted during the 15 months of aging in new and 2-wine barrels. 5000 bottles are produced." (Wine Advocate 2018 - Robert Parker)

Bodega La Milagrosa - Milcampos Viñas Viejas 2017

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3.2/5 (10 reviews)

91/100 James Suckling

Spain
tempranillo
ceps

"Nice value for money"

"A firm, silky red with linear fruit and tannins. Medium body. Flavors of chocolate, spices and berries. Fresh and bright. Drink or cellar." (James Suckling) Great value for money!

Bodega La Milagrosa - Senorio del Tallar Vendimia Seleccionada 2017

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3.1/5 (7 reviews)

91/100 James Suckling

"Aromas of plum and cola with hints of damp earth continue in this medium-bodied wine with firm, silky tannins and a savory finish. Very ripe, it becomes fresh and bright on the finish. Drink it or keep it."(James Suckling 2019) The perfect compromise between the freshness of this high-altitude terroir and the ripeness of Spanish wines!

Bodegas Aalto 2017

93-95/100 Robert Parker

(2016 Vintage ratings)

After 16 months in barrel, Aalto reveals intense fruity aromas, with a woody structure that adds complexity and freshness. The very long finish augurs further complexity with time. Limited quantities available!

Bodega La Milagrosa - Ribera Del Duero Escondido 2017

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2.9/5 (12 reviews)

91/100 James Suckling

"Plum and cola aromas mingle with notes of damp earth through a fluid body, firm, silky tannins and a savory finish. Very ripe, but becomes fresh and bright on the finish. Drink now or cellar. (James Suckling) A fine representative of its appellation, up for grabs!

Bodega La Milagrosa - Milcampos Viñas Viejas 2016

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3.4/5 (8 reviews)

92/100 James Suckling

"A deep, rich red wine with aromas of berry fruit, chocolate and hazelnut. Fleshy with round tannins and a juicy finish. Enjoy now or cellar." (James Suckling)

Bodega La Milagrosa - Ribera Del Duero Escondido 2016

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3.3/5 (28 reviews)

92/100 James Suckling

"The way bitter chocolate and empyreumatic notes mingle in strong ripe black fruit aromas really bring something to this full-bodied but bright tempranillo wine. Nice length on the palate and pleasantly surprised by the finish. Drink or cellar. (James Suckling) A fine representative of its appellation, up for grabs!

Vega Sicilia - Alion 2015

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5/5 (2 reviews)

93+/100 Robert Parker

Cuvée Alion is the epitome of Vega Sicilia classicism. Aged for 12 to 14 months in barrel, then refined for 15 months in bottle before release, it's an open, flattering red on the nose, revealing notes of red and black fruits, a hint of spice and subtle oak. Fleshy, complex and intense on the palate, with a definite elegance. A fine signature of the domaine!