Description
From an ‘excellent’ vintage in Ribera del Duero, Figuero Viñas Viejas is a deep cherry colour, very clean and bright with dense legs. The nose is intense and complex, but delicate at the same time. Aromas of fresh red fruit, pink peppercorn, liquorice and violet are immediately noticeable, with some wood and toffee notes coming through on the finish. The palate is delicate and subtle with plenty of finesse and fine acidity. A stunningly elegant wine.
Tinto Figuero was born from a thousand vines, which were received by José María García and Milagros Figuero in the year of their wedding, 1961. The Figuero philosophy is based on utmost respect and minimal intervention in the winemaking process. Therefore, nature is allowed to follow its course at every stage, accompanying the wines every step of the way. Winemakers Jean-François Hébrard and Óscar Rodríguez form an essential partnership to bring together the two philosophies of “know-how” and “laissez-faire” as Figuero’s way of understanding viticulture and oenology. In keeping with the philosophy, the old vines, spread between more than 50 growing areas, are vinified according to their classification in small tanks. In this way the personality of each area can be maintained and wines of three classifications are produced: Vino de Pueblo (village wines), Vino de Paraje (wines of the same viticultural area) and Vino de Parcela (single-plot wines). The Figuero vineyards are situated at 800m above sea level and are affected by the Mediterranean climate and continental influences.
Food matches: Wonderful with steak, venison, stews, roasts and hard cheese.
