COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Tinto Fino, Albillo Mayor, Garnacha, Garnacha Tintorera
PRODUCER
Dominio de Es
REGION
Ribera del Duero
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Dominio de Es Viñas Viejas de Soria 2020 is a red wine from the Ribera del Duero DO, produced by Dominio de Es. It originates from the Soria sub-region, cultivated on pre-phylloxera vines, some exceeding 100 years of age. The wine is a blend primarily of Tinto Fino (Tempranillo), with contributions from Albillo Mayor, Garnacha, and Garnacha Tintorera. The vineyards are situated at high altitudes between 950 and 1000 meters, on soils characterized by calcareous, sandy, and clayey components with limestone and gravel. The producer, Dominio de Es, is a biodynamic winery founded by French winemaker Bertrand Sourdais, who focuses on expressing the unique terroir of his old vine plots.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€75
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
15-17°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyards are over 100 years old and ungrafted.
Fact 02
Sourced from 2.69 hectares across 24 micro-plots.
Fact 03
Winemaker Bertrand Sourdais is French, bringing a unique perspective.
Fact 04
Uses spontaneous yeast fermentation.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Dominio de Es Viñas Viejas de Soria 2020 begins with hand-harvested grapes from pre-phylloxera vines. Fermentation is initiated by spontaneous yeasts, with 25% whole clusters included. Maceration lasts for an average of 12 days, with gentle punch-downs employed. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 19 months in French oak barrels, with 25% of them being new. The producer, Dominio de Es, emphasizes biodynamic farming and respectful agricultural practices.
