COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Tempranillo, Blanca del País, Bobal, Garnacha, Albillo, Tempranillo Gris
PRODUCER
Dominio del Águila
REGION
Castilla y León
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Picaro del Águila is a red wine from the Ribera del Duero region of Spain, produced by Dominio del Águila. Founded by Jorge Monzón and Isabel Rodero, the winery focuses on ancient vines, many over a century old, and employs organic and biodynamic farming practices. The 'Picaro' wines are considered entry-level cuvées, offering depth and nuance. The vineyards are situated at high altitudes, contributing to the wine's character. The wine is often a field blend, incorporating indigenous grape varieties such as Tempranillo, Blanca del País, Bobal, Garnacha, Albillo, and Tempranillo Gris.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
€31
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The 'Picaro' name playfully refers to the younger, more accessible wines from the estate.
Fact 02
Many of the vines used are over 100 years old, predating the phylloxera epidemic.
Fact 03
The wine is a field blend, with multiple grape varieties co-planted and harvested together.
Fact 04
Dominio del Águila practices organic and biodynamic farming.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process at Dominio del Águila emphasizes tradition and minimal intervention. Grapes are hand-harvested, often as a field blend from ancient vines. Fermentation takes place in concrete vats and oak barrels, allowing for a natural progression. The wine then undergoes aging in oak barrels for approximately 15 months. The producer aims to avoid clarification and filtration, preserving the wine's natural character and integrity. This approach is guided by a philosophy of expressing the unique terroir of Ribera del Duero through pure and elegant wines.
