PAGO DE SANTA CRUZ
SINGLE VINEYARD • RIBERA DEL DUERO
HERMANOS SASTRE • LA HORRA, BURGOS
"The pure essence of terroir: a red of monumental power born from pre-phylloxera vines that places this wine in the pantheon of Ribera del Duero."
The Pantheon of La Horra
The Pago de Santa Cruz Ribera del Duero Red Wine is one of the most respected labels in Spain. Viña Sastre crafts this wine from a single vineyard with vines that survived phylloxera, planted on limestone soil that provides a vertical elegance. With artisanal aging and minimal intervention, this red is the ultimate expression of Tinta del País: opulent, mineral, and designed to challenge the passage of decades. Purchase it with an absolute guarantee of origin and fast home delivery at La Cava Shop.
1. Identity Profile
- Winery: Hermanos Sastre (Viña Sastre).
- Origin: La Horra, Ribera del Duero, Spain.
- Varietal: 100% Tinta del País (Pre-phylloxera).
- Aging: 18 to 30 months in French Oak.
- Soil: High-altitude limestone-clay.
- Alcohol: 14.5% ABV.
2. Sommelier Notes
Appearance: A very dark, impenetrable cherry red with an extremely high intensity. It exhibits dense legs that denote great glyceric concentration.
Nose: A profound aromatic profile highlighted by blueberries and cassis, followed by an almost palpable graphite minerality. It evolves toward notes of black licorice, pure cocoa, and integrated fine woods.
Palate: A superb, enveloping, and resonant entry. It possesses a massive tannic structure that maintains an aristocratic finesse. The finish is remarkably long, leaving a deeply mineral and balsamic echo.
3. Wine Architecture
MASSIVE BODY [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
FIRM TANNINS [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
EXTREME MINERALITY [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
AGING POTENTIAL [ +20 YEARS ]
4. Haute Gastronomy Pairing
Monumental Dishes: Grilled aged ox ribeye, Chateaubriand Rossini, or wild boar stew.
Mexican Harmony: Its mineral complexity makes it the perfect companion for an Oaxacan Black Mole with notes of cocoa and ash.
Service: Decanting for 90 to 120 minutes is essential. Serve at 17°C - 18°C in fine crystal glassware.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What does it mean for a wine to be a 'Single Vineyard'?
It means that it comes exclusively from a specific selected plot (Pago de Santa Cruz in La Horra), ensuring that the unique characteristics of its soil and microclimate are purely reflected in the wine.
What is the recommended decanting time?
It is recommended to decant for 90 to 120 minutes before serving to allow its imposing aromatic and mineral structure to properly open up.