Dominio del Aguila - Ribera del Duero - Reserva - Red - 2020

Wine:

Another masterful achievement from Jorge Monzón! The 2020 Red Ribera del Duero Reserva is a stunning expression of elegance and power, aged extensively in barrels to reach its full potential. Made from 95% Tempranillo, complemented by old, co-planted varieties, it draws its character from high-altitude vineyards at 900 meters. The wine reveals concentrated, precise flavors with remarkable energy and finesse. Silky tannins, spiced intensity, and a taut, vibrant core lead to a deep, resonant finish. This is winemaking at its finest — awarded an impressive 97/100 by Parker.

Vinification:

Hand-harvested, aged 29 months in French oak barrels.

Certified organic wine.

Color:

Intense, brilliant ruby red.

Nose:

Delicate, with aromas of ripe red berries, freshness and fine spices.

Palate:

With a smooth yet powerful texture, this cuvée showcases fine, slightly rustic tannins that support its impressive volume and refined structure. The result is a wine of remarkable depth and commanding elegance.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Hare terrine, duck breast with green pepper, herb-crusted prime rib, roast lamb mouse, leg of venison with grand veneur sauce.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2037

Jorge Monzón is a prominent figure in Spanish winemaking, with a career shaped by experience at legendary estates like Romanée-Conti and Vega Sicilia. At his own estate, Dominio del Águila, he applies over a decade of expertise to produce wines of remarkable intensity and precision. Farmed organically with biodynamic principles, these wines are crafted with the care and attention reserved for grand crus.

His mastery was cemented when he joined the elite ranks of Ribera del Duero's most iconic producers, achieving the coveted 100/100 Parker score alongside the legendary Pingus.