Cillar de Silos Ribera del Duero Torresilo 2021 750ml

The 2021 Torresilo is faithful to its profile of riper and darker fruit and a more generous oak treatment, coming through as aromatic, showy and extroverted. It’s ripe at 14.5% alcohol with the 2021 freshness making it come through as balanced. It’s full-bodied and has abundant tannins. It should age well and stand up to powerful food.

• Country: Spain
• Region: Castilla Y Leon
• Appellation: Ribera Del Duero
• Size: 750ml
• Color: Red

Varietal

Tempranillo

There are plenty of notable native Spanish grapes which have made a big impression on the wine world at large, but none are as renowned or as widely loved as the Tempranillo varietal. This black skinned grape has been used for wine making for centuries, with several ancient civilizations noticing the fact that it is highly versatile and holds some delicious flavors and aromas, perfect for those looking for a powerful yet elegant grape for their wines. Tempranillo often causes winemakers some trouble, however, as it is highly susceptible to many diseases. Despite this, plenty continue to persevere with this varietal, as it is perfect for producing delicious and complex single variety and blended wines, packed full of classic Spanish flavors and plenty of aromatic and intense surprises.