Pradorey Gran Reserva Finca Real Sitio
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Pradorey Gran Reserva Finca Real Sitio Ribera del Duero DO 75 cl
Pradorey Gran Reserva Finca Real Sitio Ribera del Duero DO is a mature red wine from the Real Sitio de Ventosilla, Pradorey’s historic estate in Burgos. The cuvée is based on Tinta Fina, the local expression of Tempranillo, complemented by small proportions of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. The wine displays a classic Gran Reserva style, with ripe dark fruit, spice, structure and extended ageing in oak and bottle. In the glass, it shows a ruby-red colour with tawny-brown edges. On the nose, an intense bouquet of ripe dark berries, cherries, damsons, mineral notes, hints of vanilla and liquorice, as well as toasted and smoky nuances unfolds. On the palate, it shows a fine balance between pronounced tannins and a complex range of aromas, with a powerful, elegant and harmonious finish.
Producer: Pradorey, Burgos
Pradorey is located at the Real Sitio de Ventosilla in Burgos, in the heart of the Ribera del Duero. The historic estate comprises various vineyard sites that allow for different expressions of the region. The wines are made from estate-grown grapes and express the Ribera del Duero through fruit, structure, spice and carefully judged ageing. Within the range, Gran Reserva Finca Real Sitio represents a particularly mature and structured wine. It is produced only in selected vintages and combines the power of the Ribera del Duero with extended ageing in oak and bottle. The result is a wine with depth, complex aromatics, a firm tannin structure and strong ageing potential.
Pradorey Gran Reserva Finca Real Sitio 2017 in Detail
Aromas & Character (Bouquet & Palate)
Colour: Ruby red with tawny-brown edges.
Aroma: Intense bouquet of ripe dark berries, cherries, damsons, mineral notes, hints of vanilla and liquorice, as well as toasted and smoky nuances.
Character: Fine balance between pronounced tannins and a complex range of aromas. Powerful finish, elegant and harmonious on the aftertaste.
Food Pairing & Occasions
Pairs well with: Game, roasts, beef Stroganoff, beef roulades with mashed potatoes or modern cuisine.
Ideal for: Game dishes, braised beef, roasts, richly flavoured meat dishes, mature cheese and relaxed meals with a mature Gran Reserva from the Ribera del Duero.
Packaging & Presentation
Pradorey Gran Reserva Finca Real Sitio is offered in its original wooden case of 3 bottles. The wooden case enhances the premium presentation and is also suitable for storage.
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FAQ
What stylistically defines Pradorey Gran Reserva Finca Real Sitio?
Pradorey Gran Reserva Finca Real Sitio is a mature, structured red wine from the Ribera del Duero. Ripe dark fruit, spice, toasted notes, pronounced tannins, a complex range of aromas and a powerful finish define its style.
How is Pradorey Gran Reserva Finca Real Sitio vinified?
The wine is fermented in stainless steel tanks. It then matures for 24 months in French oak, 6 months in a large oak vat and a further 18 months in bottle. This extended ageing gives it structure, depth and harmonious development.
What roles do Tinta Fina, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot play in Pradorey Gran Reserva Finca Real Sitio?
Tinta Fina, the local expression of Tempranillo, forms the basis at 95% and contributes fruit, structure and Ribera del Duero character. Cabernet Sauvignon adds further depth and tannin, while Merlot gives the wine additional roundness and balance.
At what temperature should Pradorey Gran Reserva Finca Real Sitio be served?
16-18°C is ideal. At this temperature, the ripe dark fruit, spice, toasted notes, tannin structure and harmonious aftertaste can be expressed in balance.
What drinking phase is Pradorey Gran Reserva Finca Real Sitio 2017 currently in?
Pradorey Gran Reserva Finca Real Sitio 2017 is currently showing a developed and harmonious phase. The fruit, tannins, oak maturation, toasted notes and spicy nuances are becoming increasingly integrated. With an ageing potential of 14-20 years, the wine can be enjoyed now and still has further development potential with proper cellaring.
What does Pradorey Gran Reserva Finca Real Sitio pair best with?
The wine pairs well with game, roasts, beef Stroganoff, beef roulades with mashed potatoes and modern cuisine. It is also well suited to braised beef, richly flavoured meat dishes and mature cheese.
What makes the Ribera del Duero special for this Gran Reserva?
The Ribera del Duero is one of Spain’s most important red-wine regions. Tinta Fina shows ripe fruit, structure and tannin here, while the extended ageing in oak and bottle gives the wine depth and complexity.
What is the significance of the extended ageing period?
Ageing in French oak, in a large oak vat and in bottle supports the development of structure, complexity and harmony. As a result, the Gran Reserva shows ripe fruit, spicy nuances, toasted aromas and a long, balanced aftertaste.
Discover Pradorey Gran Reserva Finca Real Sitio
A mature Gran Reserva from the Ribera del Duero for special meals, relaxed wine moments and lovers of classic Spanish red wines. Pradorey Gran Reserva Finca Real Sitio combines origin, structure and extended ageing in a wine of depth, elegance and enduring character.
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