CÉSAR PRÍNCIPE 2021
TEMPRANILLO OLD VINES CIGALES
"Nobility and power: an ode to Tempranillo from century-old vines, where the strength of the land merges with an aristocratic and timeless aging process."
The Legacy of Century-Old Vines
César Príncipe represents the ultimate expression of the Cigales D.O. Crafted from vines between 70 and 100 years old, this wine extracts the essence of a unique gravelly subsoil. Its deep roots achieve a natural balance and a concentration of polyphenols that only the passage of a century can provide. A unique opportunity to buy online at La Cava Shop an artisanal Spanish red wine with an imposing structure, rustic elegance, and secure shipping throughout Mexico.
1. Identity Profile
- Winery: César Príncipe.
- Origin: Cigales, Valladolid, Spain.
- Varietal: 100% Tempranillo (Tinto Fino).
- Aging: 14 months in French and American oak.
- Style: Artisanal Red / Stately Power.
- Volume: 750 ml | 2021 Vintage.
2. Sommelier Notes
Appearance: Very intense cherry red, almost opaque with violet hues. It presents dense legs that denote its great concentration and extract.
Nose: Amazing complexity. Aromas of very ripe black fruit, pure cocoa, licorice, and sweet spices stand out against a mineral and toasted background of great elegance.
Palate: Powerful, fleshy, and with a stately authority. Imposing structure supported by masterfully polished noble tannins. The mouthfeel is silky and culminates in an eternal and persistent finish.
3. Wine Architecture
BODY (SUMPTUOUS) [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
TANNINS (NOBLE) [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
FRUIT COMPLEXITY [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
AGING POTENTIAL [ 15+ YEARS ]
4. Enjoyment Guide
Regional Pairing: Its robustness demands high-intensity dishes: grilled ribeye, roasted Castilian lamb, oxtail, or very aged sheep's milk cheeses.
Evolution: It is recommended to decant for at least 45 minutes before serving to allow its aromatic complexity to fully release.
Service: Enjoy between 16°C and 18°C. Large-format glass (Bordeaux type) to appreciate its breadth.
5. Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Cigales Tempranillo and other regions?
In Cigales, Tempranillo benefits from an extreme continental climate and gravelly soils. César Príncipe uses vines nearly a century old, which contributes superior minerality and tannic concentration, distinguished by a more structured nobility than its neighbors in Ribera.
What is the aging potential of the 2021 César Príncipe?
Thanks to its great natural acidity and the polyphenolic load from old vines, this wine is a collector's jewel with an aging potential of over 15 years, evolving toward tertiary notes of leather and truffle.