2014 Bodegas Valderiz Valderiz, Ribera del Duero

Dense and muscular, yet graceful, this red balances ripe blackberry and cassis flavors with savory black olive, bitter chocolate and mineral notes. The firm tannins are well-integrated, and lively acidity keeps this fresh through the spicy and floral finish. Drink now through 2028. Highly Recommended

94 points winespectator.com

100% Tinta del País, grown in the Valdehermoso terroir with vines aged more than 25 years. No fertilizers nor chemical treatment, Fully Certified Organic, The fermentation process is very gentle without intensive extraction, in stainless steel vats, malolactic fermentaton 50% tank, 50% barrel ...no enzymes or yeasts are used that do not originate naturally.

Aged for 24 months in 80% French 20% American Oak, (60% new), barrels in order to bring out the special merits of our own ‘Tinta del País’ grape variety.

Distinctive by its varietal characters, Valdehermos shows inense aromsa of well-ripened wild fruits, peppered with spicy aromas and subtle toasty touches that blend in well. Well rounded in the mouth, with smooth tannins well integrated with oak. A tasty, lingering non astringic finish makes you want to drink more. Alcohol 14.91%