HACIENDA SOLANO SELECCIÓN 2023
LA AGUILERA
RIBERA DEL DUERO
VIBRANT PURITY
"The purity of La Aguilera: a red that is an ode to crisp fruit, mineral tension, and unadorned elegance. A wine that proves youth and depth can walk hand in hand."
The Manifesto of High-Altitude Tempranillo
Hacienda Solano Selección 2023 is the gateway to the world of one of the most authentic and respected wineries in the Burgos region of the Ribera del Duero. Crafted from small plots located in the coolest areas of La Aguilera, this red wine avoids excessive "makeup" from oak to let the clay-limestone soil speak for itself. Under minimal-intervention viticulture, the result is an agile, vertical, and deeply honest red wine, ideal for those looking to buy high-quality Spanish red wine with secure shipping in Mexico.
1. Identity Profile
Winery: Hacienda Solano (Cult family project).
Origin: La Aguilera, Burgos, Spain (D.O. Ribera del Duero).
Varietal: 100% Tinto Fino (Tempranillo).
Aging: Short and precise in French oak barrels to provide structure without overshadowing the fruit.
Style: Selección Red, fresh, agile, and with high fruit vibration.
Soils: High-altitude clay-limestone.
Presentation: 750 ml
2. Sommelier Notes
Appearance: Bright cherry red color with intense purple rims. Clean, lively, and with fluid legs that anticipate its freshness.
Nose: Immediate and captivating fruit intensity. Notes of fresh wild berries (blueberries, raspberries) stand out, intertwined with floral hints of violet and a subtle mineral background reminiscent of wet stone and chalk.
Palate: An agile and direct wine. Its acidity is masterfully integrated, providing a verticality that invites you to keep drinking. Young but pleasant tannins, with a persistent finish where crisp red fruit and an enviable varietal purity predominate.
3. Pairing and Serving Ritual
Gourmet Tapas: The perfect ally for acorn-fed Iberian ham, oxtail croquettes, or artisanal charcuterie boards.
Casual Dining: Exceptionally pairs with pasta in meat sauces, signature pizzas, grilled white meats, or mountain-style rice dishes.
Serving Protocol: Serve slightly chilled, between 14°C and 16°C, to enhance its fruity nerve and mineral tension.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is this a classic Ribera del Duero?
It is a new-generation Ribera that prioritizes the freshness of the grape and the character of La Aguilera over toasted oak flavors and excessive extraction.
Why choose the 2023 vintage?
The 2023 vintage in this area has delivered wines with a distinct floral intensity and marked natural acidity, making it easy to drink without losing complexity.