HACIENDA SOLANO
SELECCIÓN 2023
LA AGUILERA • RIBERA DEL DUERO • VIBRANT PURITY
"The Purity of La Aguilera: a red wine that is an ode to crisp fruit, mineral tension, and unadorned elegance. A wine that demonstrates that youth and depth can go hand in hand."
The Manifesto of High-Altitude Tempranillo
Hacienda Solano Selección 2023 is the gateway to the universe of one of the most authentic and respected wineries in Ribera del Duero, Burgos. Made from small plots located in the freshest areas of La Aguilera, this wine avoids excessive "makeup" from oak to let the clay-limestone soil speak. Under minimal intervention viticulture, the result is an agile, vertical, and deeply honest red wine.
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 overpowering the fruit.
Style: Selección red, fresh, agile, and with high fruit vibration.
Soils: High-altitude clay-limestone.
Presentation: 750 ml
2. Sommelier's Notes (Sensory Experience)
Appearance: Bright cherry red color with intense purple hues. Clean, lively, and with a fluid leg that anticipates its freshness.
Nose: Immediate and captivating fruity intensity. Notes of fresh wild berries (blueberries, raspberries) intertwined with floral touches of violet and a subtle mineral background reminiscent of wet stone and chalk stand out.
Palate: It is an agile and direct wine. Its acidity is masterfully integrated, providing a verticality that invites further drinking. Young but gentle tannins, with a persistent finish where crisp red fruit and an enviable varietal purity predominate.
3. Wine Architecture
4. Pairing and Serving Ritual
Gourmet Tapas: The perfect ally for acorn-fed Iberian ham, oxtail croquettes, or artisanal charcuterie boards.
Informal Gastronomy: Pairs exceptionally well with pasta with meat sauces, gourmet pizzas, grilled white meats, or mountain rice dishes.
Ideal Moment: Perfect for high-quality "chateo" (casual wine drinking) or as an opening for a dinner where freshness is sought before heavier wines.
Serving Protocol: Serve slightly chilled, between **14°C and 16°C**, to enhance its fruity nerve and mineral tension.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is this a classic Ribera del Duero?
It is a "new generation" or "modern-cut" Ribera, meaning it prioritizes the freshness of the grape and the character of the village (La Aguilera) over the toasted wood flavor and excessive extraction that characterized the region years ago.
Why choose the 2023 vintage?
The 2023 vintage in this specific area has delivered wines with a very marked floral character and natural acidity, making it irresistibly easy to drink without losing the complexity of the area.
