FLOR DE PINGUS
DOMINIO DE PINGUS • RIBERA DEL DUERO
"Peter Sisseck's excellence: the second most coveted wine from Ribera del Duero. A masterpiece that balances the concentration of La Horra with supreme technical elegance."
The Precision of Peter Sisseck
Flor de Pingus is a profound interpretation of Tempranillo under the principles of biodynamic viticulture. Although considered the winery's second wine, it receives identical care to its older sibling (Pingus), achieving a varietal purity and calcareous minerality that place it at the pinnacle of world red wines. It is a wine that defines the modernity and prestige of La Horra.
1. Identity Profile
- Winery: Dominio de Pingus.
- Varietal: 100% Tinta del País (Tempranillo).
- Origin: La Horra, Ribera del Duero, Spain.
- Aging: 18 Months in French Oak.
- Alcohol Content: 14.5% Alc. Vol.
- Volume: 750 ml.
2. Sensory Experience
Sight: Deep and brilliant cherry red, with exquisitely elegant glyceric legs.
Nose: Ripe black fruit like plums, intertwined with exotic spices, blue flowers, and dark chocolate, all against a persistent background of calcareous minerality.
Palate: Absolutely silky texture. It is an opulent wine, yet defined by extraordinary precision and freshness. Its finish is eternal, sophisticated, and profoundly balanced.
3. Wine Architecture
ARISTOCRATIC BODY [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
VELVETY TANNINS [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
PRECISION STRUCTURE [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
WINE PROFILE [ CULT / MONUMENTAL ]
4. High-End Pairing
Premium Cuts: Sublime with roasted suckling lamb, beef tenderloin with truffle, or dry-aged meats. Its complexity harmonizes perfectly with **Oaxacan Black Mole**.
Service: It is recommended to decant for at least one hour beforehand. Serve ideally between **16°C and 18°C** to allow its calcareous minerality to fully open up.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long should I decant Flor de Pingus?
Given its immense concentration and structure, it is recommended to decant Flor de Pingus for at least one hour before consumption. This allows the wine to oxygenate, softening its tannins and releasing all its aromatic complexity.
What is the aging potential of Flor de Pingus?
Thanks to its aristocratic structure and Peter Sisseck's technical precision, this wine has an extraordinary aging potential, capable of evolving favorably in the bottle for 15 to 20 years if kept under optimal temperature and humidity conditions.