SPAIN | RIBERA DEL DUERO
Bodega Sarmentero
In the heart of the Ribera del Duero wine region, Bodega Sarmentero is located in the tiny town of Quintanilla de Arriba where the population was just 226 in 2004, according to census.
THE STORY
In the heart of the Ribera del Duero wine region, Bodega Sarmentero owns 7 hectares, growing Tempranillo exclusively. The Sarmentero winery dates back more than 7 decades when the family acquired a property that was dedicated to various agricultural endeavours including the production of wheat, barley, cattle breeding, and production of wines for personal consumption.
Over the years, they have steadily accumulated experience and honed their wine making skills from one generation to the next. In 2004, Amparo Repiso, the fourth-generation wine maker, decided to pursue her dream to bring the winery to the next level. She produced a single barrel of wine–60 gallons (270 liters) in all.
Then, as the saying goes, “the rest is history” … the wine was so well received that they continued to build on the success, increasing production and, in 2013, renovated the facilities into a modern structure that efficiently integrated the entire wine making operation.
Today, Sarmentero is a proud success story with wines reaching many parts of the world. It is their passion and love of the land that lead them into sustainable, non-aggressive practices that ultimately comes through to their award-winning products.
Verdejo
SKU:
+119563
VINTAGE:
2018
GRAPE:
100% Verdejo
FORMAT
12-pack
TASTING NOTES:
» Aged in stainless-steel tanks. This wine doesn’t see any malolactic fermentation and so it preserves its crisp and fresh notes.
» Light lemonish colour with nice aromas of citrus fruit and pears framed with floral notes.
» Refreshing notes of elder flower, lemon and green apple finishing up long and clean with a nice touch of the acidity.
» Perfect with a cheese plate, seafood dishes, appetizers, white meats, salad, or just as a sipping wine.
- SILVER – Catavinum World Wine & Spirits Competition, Spain
Rosado
SKU:
+093980
VINTAGE:
2018
GRAPE:
100% Tempranillo
FORMAT
6-pack
TASTING NOTES:
» Aged in stainless-steel tanks. Dark pink color and refreshing bouquet dominated by strawberry, raspberry and candy.
» This dry rosé is lighter in body and very refreshing without losing its complexity thanks to a sur lie aging process which makes him the best companion for a warm afternoon sipping wine. The focused mouth feel is centered on wild berries and fresh strawberries.
» The finish is clean and crisp with lingering notes of candies.
» Beautiful with any sort of cheese, rice & paella, white meat, fish, salads and grilled veggies.
THANOS
SKU:
+093942
VINTAGE:
2021
GRAPE:
100% Tempranillo
FORMAT
6-pack
TASTING NOTES:
» Aged in stainless-steel tanks. Dark purple color with a garnet frame that reflects the youth of this wine.
» Intense aromas of blackberries, cassis and blueberries led by notes of caramel.
» Smooth and fresh aftertaste, medium tannins.
» Perfect for salads, grilled veggies, heavier fish, fresh and soft cheese, charcuterie, rice and mild sauces.
Roble RIBERA DEL DUERO
SKU:
+030021
VINTAGE:
2020
GRAPE:
100% Tempranillo
FORMAT
12-pack
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VEGAN
TASTING NOTES:
» Deep ruby core to the rim, this wine shows youthful aromas of ripe blackberries on a backdrop of campfire, menthol, and a touch of oak derived from 5 months of aging in French, American, and Hungarian oak 225L barrels. This is customized and changes every year depending on the wine.
Barrels are fined with bentonite so this wine is appropriate for vegans.
» On the palate, this medium-full bodied wine is dry, lush, with well integrated acid and tannin. The youthful flavours of fruit, dark berries linger in a moderately long finish.
» Perfect for small bites and tapas, cheese and cured meats, rice dishes, and tomato based sauces. Drinks well now.
Vendimia Seleccionada RIBERA DEL DUERO
SKU:
+119566
VINTAGE:
2017
GRAPE:
100% Tempranillo
FORMAT:
6-pack
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VEGAN
TASTING NOTES:
» Fermented with indigenous yeasts. Aged for 12-14 months in French oak barrels; new and used to a maximum three passages.
Barrels are fined with bentonite so this wine is appropriate for vegans.
» Rich cherry red with purple edge, this wine offers inviting aromas of ripe and candied fruit on a backdrop of licorice notes. Smooth, well-structured, and balanced on the palate with flavours of black cherry, plum, and sweet spicy wood in a long finish.
» Excellent with red meats, assorted cheeses, or even chocolate-based desserts. Only 4,800 bottles produced for 2014 vintage.
- Very plush and delicious blackberries, this has a deep and even palate. A rich, flavor-soaked, medium-bodied red. Drink now.❞ – James Suckling (August 2018)
- GOLD – Catavinum World Wine & Spirits Competition, Spain
- 91 POINTS – James Suckling (August 2018)
Barrica 18 Meses RIBERA DEL DUERO
SKU
+119558
VINTAGE:
2017
GRAPE:
100% Tempranillo
FORMAT:
6-pack
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VEGAN
TASTING NOTES:
» Fermented with indigenous yeasts. Aged for 18 months in French oak barrels.
Barrels are fined with bentonite so this wine is appropriate for vegans.
» This wine offers seductive and intense aromas of black cherries, dry fruit, licorice and toasty oak.
» On the palate, it is a full-bodied wine with dense flavours of candied fruit, dark fruits, and dark chocolate atop well integrated oak and velvety tannin.
» Produced in the best years. Only 1,000 bottles produced for 2013 vintage. All bottles are numbered on back label.
- Aromas of ripe peaches and spiced red cherries lead to a palate that has a smooth, fleshy array of ripe-plum and peach flavors. Very bright fruit and plenty of oak, but all resolved neatly on the palate. Drink now to 2025 and beyond.❞ – James Suckling (August 2018)
- GREAT GOLD – Catavinum World Wine & Spirits Competition, Spain
- 93 POINTS – James Suckling (August 2018)
