90/100
Robert Parker
"Extremely balsamic, Arrocal 2012 shows aromas of mint, eucalyptus even, intermingled with black and red berries and lots of spicy flavors. The palate is medium-bodied, with fine, slightly dusty tannins in good balance. This 100% Tempranillo was aged in barrels for 1 year." (Wine Advocate 2015 - Robert Parker)
Features
Estate
Bodegas Arrocal
Cuvée
Passion
Vintage
2012
Designation
Ribera del Duero
Region
Spain
Grape varieties
100% Tempranillo
Viticulture
traditional and meticulous
Harvest
manual
Winemaking
20-day maceration with temperature control
Breeding
12 months in French oak barrels
Alcohol content
14%
Tasting & pairing
Eye
dark ruby-purple colour
Nose
aromas of plum, blackcurrant, cedar, tea and tobacco.
Mouth
Beautiful concentration of black raspberry and blackcurrant, with a hint of cedar in the background. Long finish
Serve
at 16-18°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink from
2016
Drink before
2024
Food and wine pairing
enjoy with red meats, Iberian charcuterie, cheeses...
Bodegas Arrocal
Ribera del Duero
Expert opinion
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Rated (2015 guide) 90/100 (Outstanding wine)
About the wine:
Extremely balsamic, Arrocal 2012 presents aromas of mint, eucalyptus even, interwoven with black and red berries and lots of spicy flavors. The palate is medium-bodied, with fine, slightly dusty tannins in good balance. This 100% Tempranillo was aged in barrels for 1 year.
Customer reviews
Customer rating
3.6/5
out of 12 reviews
Note and review by M. FREDERIC B. Published on 26/08/2020
Drunk 08/20. Dark color, nose of red fruit more flattering than the palate, which lacks intensity. Suave on the palate.
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Note and review by M. REMI L. Published on 11/11/2016
Soft tannins and aromas of red and black fruits (blackberries). Another excellent Spanish wine.
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Note and review by M. PHILIPPE P. Published on 26/09/2016
full-bodied, powerful, still a little young
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Note and review by M. PIERRE OLIVIER C. Published on 24/09/2019
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Note and review by M. MICHEL R. Published on 08/09/2019
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Note and review by M. PIERRE MARIE D. Published on 07/07/2018
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Note and review by M. JEAN LOUIS D. Published on 08/06/2018
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Note and review by M. YVES D. Published on 31/05/2018
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Note and review by M. CEDRIC R. Published on 25/05/2018
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Note and review by M. XAVIER L. Published on 16/05/2018
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