Tempranillo at altitude — dark, concentrated and firm.
On a high plateau along the Duero river, Tempranillo (here called Tinto Fino) faces scorching days and freezing nights. The result is deeper, more concentrated and more tannic than Rioja — home of the legendary Vega Sicilia and Pingus.
Country
Spain
Climate
Extreme continental, high plateau
Key grapes
Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon
Areas to know
4
Sub-regions and appellations you'll see on the label.
Peñafiel
Heart of the 'golden mile'
La Horra
High, old-vine Tempranillo
Roa
Cooler eastern vineyards
Vega Sicilia
The legendary estate that made the region
Local classics and safe bets.
Say it at the table
“Ribera del Duero is Tempranillo's powerful side — darker and firmer than Rioja. It's perfect with roast lamb or a big steak.”
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