Resalte Vendimia Seleccionada 2022

Resalte Vendimia Seleccionada is made by Bodegas Resalte de Peñafiel in D.O. Ribera del Duero, close to celebrated estates such as Vega Sicilia and Pago de Carraovejas. It is a single-variety Tempranillo from young vineyards aged fifteen to twenty years, planted at almost 1,000 metres on the high plateau, the highest part of the appellation. The limestone-based soils drain freely and the marked continental climate, with hot days and cold nights, gives a wide diurnal range that holds acidity and colour while the grapes ripen. The wine ages twelve months in 500-litre French oak barrels; the larger format slows oxygen exchange and gives a gentler, more integrated oak signature, softening tannins while adding fine spice rather than heavy wood. The colour is deep and youthful. The nose leads with ripe dark fruit lifted by a fresh, intriguing edge. The palate is juicy and approachable, full bodied but supple, with ripe black fruit, sweet spice and a structured, fresh finish. Serve at 16 to 18 degrees with grilled and roasted meats, lamb or mushroom dishes.