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| Producer | Bodegas y Viñedos Pintia |
| Country | Spain |
| Region | Toro |
| Subregion | Castilla y Leon |
| Varietal | Tempranillo |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Sku | 06040 |
| Size | 750ml |
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A bold, high-concentration red wine produced by the Alvarez family of Vega Sicilia. Born from a warm and intense growing season in the Toro D.O. region, this vintage is recognized for its "hugging" character—being juicy, lush, and unapologetically rich while maintaining the producer's signature silkiness.
Nose: A complex bouquet of ripe black fruits (blackberries, mulberries), dried black olives, prunes, and violets, accented by elegant notes of dark chocolate, sandalwood, and graphite.
Palate: Full-bodied and structured with a powerful attack. It features firm yet "spherical" tannins and a silky texture. Despite its high alcohol content (approx. 15.5%), it remains balanced by fresh acidity.
Finish: Long and persistent, leaving lingering echoes of licorice, bitter chocolate, and spices.
Grapes: 100% Tinta de Toro (Tempranillo) from 35-40 year old vines.
Aging: Matured for 12 months in a combination of 70% French and 30% American oak (70-80% new barrels).
Unique Touch: For the 2020 vintage, the winery used clay amphorae and lower-toast barrels during aging to help preserve fruit freshness against the heat of the season.
Traditional Spanish Pairings: Following the rule that "what grows together, goes together," these regional classics are excellent matches:
Ibérico Pork: Grilled secreto or presa Ibérica provides the savory depth needed to stand up to the wine's dark fruit and oak notes.
Grilled Red Meats: Beef fillet or aged ribeye cooked over charcoal. The smokiness of the grill complements the wine's graphite and sandalwood notes.
Mushrooms: Earthy wild mushroom risotto or sautéed porcini with garlic and herbs.
Rich Tapas: Chorizo al vino or Morcilla (blood sausage) provide the spice and weight to balance the wine's 15.5% alcohol.
Mature Manchego Cheese: An aged sheep's milk cheese has the intensity and protein to soften the wine's firm tannins.
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