Wine:

Pingus' little brother, the 2018 Red Ribera del Duero Flor de Pingus is a concentration of the estate's savoir-faire and takes on the genius of its elder brother. It is made from old vines from five carefully selected areas of the Pingus terroir. The careful aging in French oak barrels for 18 months, with a quarter of new wood, propels the wine into a higher dimension. The ultra-silky tannins, the concentrated and racy structure give way to pure, whole, and frank flavors of fruit, and a lot of freshness. It has all the power of a great wine, with a lot of class and smoothness. A sort of "mini Pingus", which will give you a glimpse of what makes that wine such an icon. Rated 94+/100 Parker.

Vinification:

Hand harvested, aged for 18 months in French oak barrels, 25% of which are new.

The vines are cultivated according to the principles of biodynamic agriculture.

Color:

Intense red with violet reflections.

Nose:

Intense aromas of black fruits underlined by spicy notes.

Palate:

Full and powerful with pure flavors of fruit, let yourself be bewitched by this concentrated palate, these silky tannins and this natural elegance.

Temperature:

Decant before serving between 16 and 18°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Roast leg of lamb, rib of beef.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2029

Brilliant oenologist Peter Sisseck—affectionately known as Pingus—has transformed the Spanish wine landscape. In the heart of Ribera del Duero, he established Dominio de Pingus in the 1990s, recognizing the extraordinary potential of ancient Tempranillo vines.

With a commitment to organic and biodynamic practices, near-century-old vines, fermentation with indigenous yeasts, luxurious aging in oak foudres, prized terroirs, and native grape varieties, every element contributes to the singularity of this iconic wine, now regarded as a cru in its own right.

Pingus has ascended to become one of the world’s greatest wines, earning a perfect 100/100 Parker rating on numerous occasions, including the 2021 vintage we present to you. Sisseck’s relentless pursuit of excellence has positioned Pingus as a beacon, leading the renaissance of the Iberian Peninsula.

Alongside Pingus, discover two other cuvées that equally embody the domain’s exceptional quality.