COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Tinta de Toro
PRODUCER
Carmen Rodríguez Méndez
REGION
Castilla y León
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Carodorum Issos is a red wine produced by Carmen Rodríguez Méndez from 100% Tinta de Toro grapes within the DO Toro appellation in Castilla y León, Spain. The wine is a flagship offering from the producer, designed to showcase the distinct character of the Tinta de Toro varietal and the unique terroir of Toro. The region's continental climate, characterized by dry, warm summers and abundant sunshine, along with its specific soil composition of loose river stones and high iron content, contributes to the development of intensely concentrated grapes. Vineyards are situated at elevations ranging from 600 to 750 meters, benefiting from diurnal temperature variations that support the development of grape acidity and tannins. Carmen Rodríguez Méndez's philosophy emphasizes expressing the varietal purity of Tinta de Toro and the distinctiveness of the Toro terroir in her wines.
ALCOHOL
15.0%
AVG. PRICE
€26
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Tinta de Toro is a local clone of Tempranillo, known for its thicker skins and higher concentration.
Fact 02
Vineyards are situated at elevations between 600 and 750 meters, creating temperature variations that aid grape development.
Fact 03
Toro's soils are rich in iron and composed of loose river stones.
Fact 04
The region experiences over 3,000 hours of sunshine annually.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Carodorum Issos is produced from 100% Tinta de Toro grapes, a varietal native to the Toro region. The winemaking process is designed to capture the essence of this grape and its origin. While specific fermentation details for the 2020 vintage are not available, the general approach in Toro aims for significant extraction to achieve concentrated wines. Aging typically involves French oak barrels, with some vintages noted to have spent 9 to 10 months in barrique. This aging process is intended to integrate the wine's components and potentially add complexity. Harvest decisions are guided by the need to achieve optimal ripeness in the region's sunny continental climate, ensuring the grapes possess the necessary concentration and phenolic maturity for a full-bodied wine.
