LEGENDARIO WINE
RIBERA DEL DUERO CELLAR SELECTION
"The ultimate expression of the Duero: massive power and aristocratic elegance. Born from century-old vines, it offers profound minerality and legendary aging potential."
Monumentality and Time
This **Legendario Wine** represents the pinnacle of viticulture in Ribera del Duero. Made exclusively with Tinta del País from vineyards over a century old, it is a red wine of overwhelming opulence. Its almost three-year aging in new French oak does not seek to tame the fruit, but to provide it with an architectural structure capable of challenging decades in the bottle. A gem for collectors seeking the purest and longest-lasting essence of Spain.
1. Identity Profile
- Winery: Selección de Culto.
- Varietal: 100% Tinta del País (Century-Old Vines).
- Origin: D.O. Ribera del Duero, Spain.
- Aging: 24-30 Months New French Oak.
- Alcohol Content: 15.0% ABV.
- Volume: 750 ml.
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Impenetrable cherry red, very high intensity and glyceric shine. Shows astonishing visual concentration with dense legs.
Nose: A complex symphony of candied black fruit, graphite, exotic spices like sandalwood, dark chocolate, and a deep mineral background.
Palate: Opulent and dense on entry. A massive wine yet with aristocratic tannin texture. An eternal finish where rich fruit and vibrant mineral freshness merge.
3. Sensory Architecture
BODY (MONUMENTAL) [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
TANNINS (ARISTOCRATIC) [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
STRUCTURE AND POWER [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
AGING POTENTIAL [ 20 - 30 YEARS ]
4. Noble Gastronomy
Signature Pairings: Sublime with grilled Wagyu, long-aged ox steak, or venison. In high Mexican cuisine, it perfectly accompanies a complex Oaxacan Black Mole.
Serving: Recommended serving temperature is **18°C**. Given its massive structure, it is **essential to decant for at least 2 hours** before serving to reveal its complexity.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long should Legendario Cellar Wine be decanted?
Due to its high concentration and long years in barrel, this wine needs oxygen to "open up." It is suggested to decant for a minimum of 2 hours for the tertiary aromas and black fruit to fully express themselves.
What is its real aging potential?
This wine has been designed for extreme longevity. Under optimal cellar conditions (constant temperature of 14°C-16°C and 70% humidity), it will evolve favorably for 20 to 30 years.