Bodegas Casajus - Antiguos Viñedos 2012
Spain
Red
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90/100
Wine Spectator
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93/100
Robert Parker
"The Antiguos Viñedos (old vineyards) show superb freshness for a warmer, riper vintage like 2012, resulting in a livelier wine than expected. The cooler Quintana de Pidio zone and the old vines bring a very nice balance to the vintage conditions, and the naturally balanced juiciness benefits very well from the wood ageing. There's balance, concentration and intensity, fine tannins and sufficient freshness. A classic Ribera." (Wine Advocate 2015 - Robert Parker)
Features
Estate
Bodegas Casajus
Cuvée
Antiguos Vinedos
Vintage
2012
Designation
Ribera del Duero
Region
Spain
Grape varieties
100% Tempranillo
Terroirs
Sandy soils at an altitude of 800 m
Viticulture
Traditional, meticulous cultivation
Harvest
Manual
Winemaking
In small stainless steel tanks with temperature control
Breeding
18 months in French and American oak barrels
Alcohol content
14%
Tasting & pairing
Eye
Dense ruby/purple color
Nose
Rich and highly aromatic, with mineral, licorice, black fruit and spice nuances.
Mouth
Very good concentration and fullness, ripe tannins, complexity, vibrant acidity, balance, structure and persistence on the finish.
Serve
AT 16°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink from
2018
Drink before
2023
Food and wine pairing
Enjoy with red meats, Iberian cured meats, cheeses...
Bodegas Casajus
Ribera del Duero
Expert opinion
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Rated (2015 guide) 93/100 (Outstanding wine)
Domain rated Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the wine:
The Antiguos Viñedos (old vineyards) show superb freshness for a warmer, riper vintage like 2012, resulting in a livelier wine than expected. The cooler Quintana de Pidio zone and the old vines bring a very nice balance to the vintage conditions, and the naturally balanced juiciness benefits very well from the wood ageing. Balance, concentration and intensity, fine tannins and sufficient freshness. A classic Ribera.
Wine Spectator
Rated 90/100 (Very good wine)
Customer reviews
Customer rating
3.7/5
on 7 reviews
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Note and review by M. DIDIER S. Published on 20/03/2017
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