CERTUS 2016
AGED RED WINE • CASTILLA Y LEÓN
"The fullness of time: a wine that celebrates patience. After years of noble evolution, it unfolds a serene complexity where power transforms into wisdom."
Nobility and Maturation
Certus 2016 is the result of an exceptional climatic cycle in Castilla y León. This single-varietal Tinto Fino has been designed for longevity, undergoing careful aging in French and American oak barrels before reaching its roundness in the bottle. It is a wine that is currently in its ideal drinking window, showing a perfect integration between stewed black fruit and the tertiary notes of its evolution.
1. Identity Profile
- Winery: Certus.
- Varietal: 100% Tempranillo (Tinto Fino).
- Vintage: 2016 (Peak Harvest).
- Aging: French and American oak.
- Style: Classic Aged.
- Volume: 750 ml.
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Deep cherry red with a garnet rim. It presents a medium-high intensity with a slow tear that denotes its glycerine and noble maturity.
Nose: Elegant and sophisticated bouquet. It unfolds notes of stewed black fruit, pipe tobacco, fine leather, and sweet spices (cinnamon, clove) on a distinguished balsamic mineral background.
Palate: Gentle and balanced entry. It possesses polished, silky, and enveloping tannins. The acidity keeps the wine alive and vibrant, with a long finish full of nuances of noble woods and bitter cocoa.
3. Vintage Attributes
MATURITY (AT ITS PEAK) [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
BODY (SILKY) [ ● ● ● ● ○ ]
AROMATIC COMPLEXITY [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
EVOLUTION POTENTIAL [ CURRENTLY OPTIMAL ]
4. Pairing for Great Classics
Gastronomy: An ideal companion for dishes with deep flavor such as roasted lamb, beef tenderloin with a pepper crust, or traditional stews (oxtail).
Cheeses: Harmonizes perfectly with very aged sheep's cheeses and artisanal Manchego Gran Reserva.
Serving: It is recommended to decant for **30 minutes** before consuming. Serve at an ideal temperature of **18°C** to release its complex bouquet.
5. Frequently Asked Questions
Why is it important to decant Certus 2016?
After its time in the bottle, the wine needs to oxygenate to "awaken." Decanting helps the leather and tobacco notes to express themselves clearly and allows for the separation of any natural sediment typical of a long-aged wine that has not been aggressively filtered.
What to expect from the 2016 vintage?
It was a year of historical balance in Castilla y León. The slow maturation allowed for fine-grained tannins that today, after years of rest, offer a velvety texture and a freshness that keeps the wine supremely elegant.