Botas de Barro Ribera del Duero

Grape Variety: Tempranillo Region: Ribera del Duero Another of Spain’s great wine regions is Ribera del Duero, located on the banks of the majestic Duero River. This is a key factor in creating the region’s unique microclimate and an essential source of water that allows the vines to thrive. Here we find high-quality wines made with Tempranillo, known locally as Tinta Fino or Tinta del País. The ripening season is long, with large temperature differences between day and night, which helps enhance the aromatic qualities of the grape. The limestone soil with sand and clay adds character and complexity to the wines. Vineyards: Century-old vineyards, with a planting framework of 1.5 x 3 m. No irrigation. Sandy and limestone soils. Well-drained, poor soils, with a high concentration of gravel. At 850m above sea level. Winemaking: Hand-harvested grapes. 10 days of maceration. Fermentation at 25°C. Clarification, cold stabilization and filtration before bottling. 4 months in American oak. If you have any questions when purchasing Red Wine Botas de Barro Ribera del Duero,.