Pradorey Reserva Finca La Mina Ribera del Duero DO

Pradorey Reserva Finca La Mina Ribera del Duero DO 75 cl

Pradorey Reserva Finca La Mina Ribera del Duero DO is a red wine made from 100% Tempranillo from the Real Sitio de Ventosilla, Pradorey’s historic estate in Burgos. As a single-vineyard wine, it comes from a clearly delimited site within the Real Sitio de Ventosilla. The vineyard lies at approximately 800 metres above sea level and produces a Tempranillo with structure, ripe fruit and a distinctive Ribera del Duero character. The Reserva matures for 18 months in French oak barriques, followed by a further 6 months in a large oak vat. In the glass, it displays a ruby-red colour with golden highlights at the rim. The nose reveals a complex bouquet dominated by ripe fruit and compote aromas, complemented by mineral nuances, toasted notes and smoky accents. On the palate, it is elegant, with pronounced tannins, a complex structure and a powerful finish with a velvety aftertaste.

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 extensive vineyards divided into different fincas and individual sites. This diversity allows Pradorey to produce different expressions of the region, ranging from approachable Crianza wines to longer-aged Reservas and Gran Reservas. The estate works with its own grapes and combines the traditional grape varieties of the Ribera del Duero with precise, modern cellar practices. The wines express the character of the region through fruit, structure, spice and the judicious use of oak ageing.

Pradorey Reserva Finca La Mina 2020 in Detail

Aromas & Character (Bouquet & Palate)

Colour: Ruby red with golden highlights at the rim.

Aroma: Complex bouquet dominated by ripe fruit and compote notes, with nuances of minerals, toast and smoke.

Character: Elegant on the palate, with pronounced tannins, a complex structure, a powerful finish and a velvety aftertaste.

Food Pairing & Occasions

Pairs well with: Rich meat dishes, saddle of venison and entrecôte.

Ideal for: Game dishes, braised beef, richly flavoured meat dishes, roasts, mushroom dishes, mature cheese and leisurely meals with a structured Reserva from the Ribera del Duero.

Further Recommendations & Categories

Pradorey Reserva Finca La Mina Ribera del Duero DO is available in the following bottle sizes

• Pradorey Reserva Finca La Mina Ribera del Duero DO 75 cl 
• Pradorey Reserva Finca La Mina Ribera del Duero DO 150 cl

FAQ

What stylistically defines Pradorey Reserva Finca La Mina?
Pradorey Reserva Finca La Mina is a structured Tempranillo from the Ribera del Duero. Ripe fruit and compote notes, mineral nuances, toasted aromas, smoky accents, pronounced tannins and a powerful finish define its style.

How is Pradorey Reserva Finca La Mina vinified?
The wine matures for 18 months in French oak barriques, followed by a further 6 months in a large oak vat. This ageing supports structure, depth and a refined integration of fruit, spice and maturity.

What role does Tempranillo play in Pradorey Reserva Finca La Mina?
Tempranillo, which accounts for 100% of the blend, forms the basis of this Reserva. The grape variety contributes fruit, tannic structure, spice and the characteristic profile of the Ribera del Duero.

At what temperature should Pradorey Reserva Finca La Mina be served?
16-18°C is ideal. At this temperature, the fruit and compote notes, mineral nuances, toasted aromas, tannic structure and powerful finish can be expressed in balance.

What drinking phase is Pradorey Reserva Finca La Mina 2020 currently in?
Pradorey Reserva Finca La Mina 2020 is currently showing a developed and harmonious phase. The fruit, tannins, oak maturity, toasted notes and spicy nuances are well integrated, while the structure continues to provide backbone. With an ageing potential of 10-15 years, it can be enjoyed now and retains further potential for development with proper cellaring.

What does Pradorey Reserva Finca La Mina pair best with?
The wine pairs well with hearty dishes, saddle of venison and entrecôte. It is also well suited to game dishes, braised beef, roasts, mushroom dishes and mature cheese.

What makes Finca La Mina special for this Reserva?
Finca La Mina is one of Pradorey’s estate vineyards, located on the lower slopes of Pico de la Perdiz. Its elevation of approximately 800 metres above sea level promotes freshness, structure and a distinctive Ribera del Duero character.

What makes the Ribera del Duero special for this Reserva?
The Ribera del Duero is one of Spain’s most important red-wine regions. Tempranillo expresses ripe fruit, structure, tannins and spice here, while the altitude and continental climate promote freshness and tension.

What is the significance of ageing in French oak barriques and a large oak vat?
Ageing in French oak barriques contributes structure, toasted notes and depth. The subsequent maturation in a large oak vat promotes balance and harmonious development.

Discover Pradorey Reserva Finca La Mina

Pradorey Reserva Finca La Mina is a Ribera del Duero red wine for lovers of mature Tempranillo with structure, depth and understated elegance. An excellent match for game, entrecôte, roasts and richly flavoured cuisine, and for occasions that call for a carefully matured Spanish Reserva.