MAGALLANES 2018
SPECIAL SELECTION • RIBERA DEL DUERO
"A signature red wine born from the tireless search for the purest and most potent expression of Ribera del Duero. Crafted from a rigorous selection of old vines."
1. Identity Profile
- Winery: Selección de Viñedos de la Ribera.
- Origin: Ribera del Duero, Spain.
- Varietal: 100% Tinto Fino (Tempranillo).
- Aging: 18-20 months in French Oak.
- Vintage: 2018 (Classic and Balanced).
- Volume: 750 ml.
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Very deep cherry red, almost opaque. Displays garnet highlights indicating exceptional phenolic concentration.
Nose: Intense and intoxicating. Perceived ripe black fruits with complex notes of coffee, dark chocolate, and an elegant smoky background from its time in barrel.
Palate: Powerful and fleshy on the palate. It possesses mature and noble tannins that promise a long life. Persistent finish with toasted notes that invite unhurried tasting.
3. Wine Dimensions
NOBLE ROBUSTNESS [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
DEEP INTENSITY [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
AGING POTENTIAL [ ● ● ● ● ○ ]
STYLE [ OLD VINES / SIGNATURE ]
4. Food Pairing and Service
Gastronomy: Extraordinary with premium cuts such as grilled steak (chuletón), aged meats, or Wagyu cuts. Its structure supports dishes with high savory intensity.
Service: It is recommended to serve at **18°C (64°F)**. Due to its monumental architecture, it is **essential to decant between 45 and 60 minutes** before consumption.
Frequently Asked Questions
What defines a "Signature Wine" like Magallanes?
It refers to limited productions where the winemaker has total creative freedom, selecting the best plots of old vines to achieve a unique and personal profile.
Why is 2018 considered a classic vintage?
In Ribera del Duero, 2018 allowed for slow and balanced ripening, resulting in wines with great fruit intensity but with superior freshness and elegance.