PINGUS 2021 RED WINE 750 ML
DOMINIO DE PINGUS • TEMPRANILLO • D.O. RIBERA DEL DUERO
SPAIN • QUINTANILLA DE ONÉSIMO, VALLADOLID • GRAN RESERVA RED WINE (DRY)
"The most coveted jewel of Spanish cult wine. Pingus 2021 is a masterful dry red wine crafted by the Dominio de Pingus winery and the celebrated winemaker Peter Sisseck in the D.O. Ribera del Duero. Sourced from centenarian pre-phylloxera Tinto Fino (Tempranillo) vines cultivated under biodynamic agriculture in the Barroso and San Cristóbal plots, this vintage represents pure perfection, opulent concentration, Atlantic freshness, and unparalleled timeless elegance."
The Living Myth of Spanish Cult Wine
Pingus 2021 Red Wine 750 ml represents the pinnacle of global winemaking. Produced in extremely limited quantities by Dominio de Pingus, under the visionary direction of Peter Sisseck, this wine comes exclusively from 4.5 hectares of pre-phylloxera vines over 80 years old, trained in goblet fashion in the areas of La Horra and Roa. Cultivated under a rigorous biodynamic model, Pingus 2021 is a dry wine, vinified in small foudres and patiently aged without excessive new wood to preserve the pure expression of the terroir. It stands out for its silky, velvety tannins, vibrant acidity, mineral depth, and a persistence that lingers on the palate for minutes.
1. Technical Details
Producer / Winery: Dominio de Pingus (Peter Sisseck).
Specific Origin: Quintanilla de Onésimo / La Horra and Roa (D.O. Ribera del Duero), Spain.
Vintage: 2021.
Grape Variety: 100% Tinto Fino (Tempranillo) from pre-phylloxera vines from 1929.
Type / Classification: Signature Dry Red Wine / Cult Wine.
Soil and Viticulture: Gravelly-sandy terraces over clay and limestone (Barroso) and clayey slopes with southwest orientation (San Cristóbal) at 845 meters of altitude. Organic and biodynamic viticulture.
Vinification and Aging: Artisanal vinification with whole clusters in wooden foudres. Malolactic fermentation in barrel. Approximately 20 to 23 months of aging in used French oak barrels, foudres, and vats to respect the fruit.
Profile / Flavor Classification: Dry (Deep, complex, opulent, fruity, spicy profile, with silky tannins and impeccable mineral freshness).
Alcohol Content: 14.5% Alc. Vol.
Presentation: 750 ml Bordelaise bottle.
Barcode / EAN: 8437009421017
SKU / MPN: ES-PINGUS-2021-750ML
2. Luxury Tasting Notes
Appearance: Intense and deep picota cherry red color with garnet rims and violet flashes of high intensity, clean and radiant.
Nose: Overwhelming presence of ripe black fruit (blackberries, blueberries, black plum), enveloped in balsamic notes, thyme, violet flower, pure cocoa, sweet spices, a background of graphite, cigar box, and dazzling calcareous minerality.
Palate: Majestic and concentrated entry but with astonishing tactile lightness. Imposing structure with ripe, polished, silky tannins. Balanced by a lively acidity that provides freshness, with an endless finish full of fruity echoes, fine toasts, and saline hints.
3. Wine Architecture
4. Recommended Moments and Pairing
Suggested Gourmet Pairing: An extraordinary wine demands cuisine of equal stature: matured grilled beef entrecôte or ribeye, Castilian-style roasted suckling lamb, confit suckling pig, big game dishes (wild boar, venison in red berry sauce), braised hare, duck magret with wine reduction, truffled stews, suckling pig, cured Zamorano or aged Manchego sheep cheeses, and preparations with porcini mushrooms and black truffle.
Suggested Moments:
- Special Celebration: The ultimate wine to commemorate life's great milestones, golden anniversaries, and unforgettable moments.
- Business: The highest expression of prestige for high-level executive dinners, deal closings, and strategic agreements.
- The Perfect Gift: The indispensable cult gift for collectors, sommeliers, and great wine enthusiasts worldwide.
- Gourmet BBQ: The ideal companion for pairing the finest and most aged grilled meat cuts among connoisseurs.
frequently asked questions (FAQS)
What is the specific origin and winery of this wine?
It is produced in Quintanilla de Onésimo (Valladolid) with grapes from old vineyards in Roa and La Horra (Burgos) within the D.O. Ribera del Duero, by the legendary winery Dominio de Pingus by Peter Sisseck.
Is this red wine dry, semi-dry, or sweet?
Pingus 2021 is a completely dry red wine, characterized by its fruit concentration, polished tannins, and perfect acidity.
Does it require prior decanting before consumption?
Yes, given its enormous concentration and youth, it is recommended to decant for 1 to 2 hours before serving to allow the wine to open up and express its full aromatic palette.
At what temperature is Pingus 2021 recommended to be served?
It is recommended to serve at a temperature between 16°C and 18°C in large Bordeaux-type glasses.
