2022 Pago de los Capellanes Reserva, Ribera del Duero, Spain

Pago de los Capellanes Reserva 2022 is an elegant, age-worthy expression of Tempranillo from the heart of Ribera del Duero. It comes from the winery's oldest vineyards in Pedrosa de Duero, where vines over 80 years old grow in poor, stony, clay-limestone soils. These low-yielding vineyards produce concentrated grapes that reflect the character of this historic wine-growing area. The grapes are carefully selected and fermented to preserve their varietal character and balance.

The wine is aged for 18 months in French oak barrels, followed by further bottle maturation. Its aromatic profile combines ripe cherries, blackcurrants and dark fruit with delicate notes of vanilla, spice and licorice from the oak. On the palate, it is full-bodied and harmonious, with mature tannins, balanced acidity and a long, elegant finish. A wonderful pairing for roasted lamb, grilled beef, game, Iberian cured meats and aged cheeses.