WINE DESCRIPTION
Portia Prima is a dry, oaked, red wine produced by Bodegas Portia, a winery located in the famed Golden Triangle of the Ribera del Duero appellation of Spain. The vineyards are situated at an altitude of 800 meters above sea level, providing ideal growing conditions for the Tempranillo grape variety The fierce local sun provides ripeness while the altitude, a tempering freshness. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the grapes, followed by fermentation in stainless steel tanks and aging in French oak barrels for 15 months. The resulting wine is a complex and elegant expression of the terroir, with notes of black fruit, spices, and cedar. Portia Prima is a perfect choice for those seeking a bold, structured style of Tempranillo with high quality oak influence. This wine was previously labeled as La Encina, and older vintages in the market may bear this label.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Portia Prima is a full-bodied red wine with an intense bouquet of ripe dark fruits, sweet spices, and hints of leather.On the palate, it is rich and velvety, with a robust structure and smooth tannins. The finish is long and lingering, with a slight touch of smokiness. Enjoy this bold and complex wine with hearty dishes or on its own.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2026
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
No/Low
Very High
Intensity:
Fragrant
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grainy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (3)
Cabernet Sauvignon
Merlot
ORIGINS
Winery: Portia
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 SpainCUSTOMER RATING
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