This robust red from Cepa 21 is a powerhouse from Ribera del Duero. A blend of mostly Tempranillo, this full-bodied wine has a deep ruby color and an intense nose of dark fruit, cedar, and tobacco. On the palate, there are ripe tannins, a good dose of spice, and a long, satisfying finish. Enjoy with grilled steak, roasted vegetables, or a cheese plate.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Cepa 21 Ribera del Duero Tinto is a powerful red wine with a dark ruby hue.Its aromas present a complex range of blackberry, blueberry, and raspberry, with hints of clove, licorice, and graphite. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and balanced, with ripe tannins and a long, lingering finish. It is an excellent example of the region's best terroir and winemaking, and a great pairing for grilled meats and aged cheeses.
EXPERT RATING
4.5
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2029
Profile
Sweetness:
Almost dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
No/Low
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (3)
Tempranillo
Cabernet Sauvignon
Merlot
ORIGINS
Winery: Cepa 21
Region: Castilla y León
Castilla y Léon is one of Spain's largest and most important wine regions, located in the northern half of the Iberian Peninsula. It is a region rich in viticultural history and with a continental climate.
Castilla y Léon has a long and storied history of winemaking, with the first vines being planted by the Romans in the 1st century BC. The region has been producing wine ever since, and today it is one of the most important wine regions in Spain