FINCA PEÑA LOBERA
2021 • HACIENDA SOLANO
"The pinnacle of Hacienda Solano: a pure 'terroir' wine that captures the tension and limestone depth of a centuries-old plot."
The "Grand Cru" of La Aguilera
Finca Peña Lobera 2021 is the result of minimal intervention viticulture in one of the most privileged plots in Ribera del Duero. This high-altitude Tempranillo is born from pure limestone soil, which gives it a verticality and elegance that challenges the traditional opulence of the region. A cult wine for those seeking the ultimate expression of its origin.
1. Identity Profile
- Winery: Hacienda Solano.
- Origin: La Aguilera, Spain.
- Varietal: 100% Tempranillo (Tinto Fino).
- Soil: Limestone / Altitude +800m.
- Type: Single-Vineyard Wine (Cru).
- Volume: 750 ml.
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Intense cherry red with garnet rims. Presents a medium-high, vibrant, and impeccably clean layer.
Nose: Clear red fruit enveloped in notes of thyme, white pepper, and an almost tactile chalky minerality that defines its unique origin.
Palate: Pure balance. Its freshness and verticality stand out, with extremely delicate tannins and a supremely persistent saline finish.
3. Plot Dimensions
VERTICAL STYLE [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
MINERAL TENSION [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
LONGEVITY [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
WINE PROFILE [ RADICAL / MINERAL ]
4. Pairing and Service Ritual
Suggested gastronomy: Extraordinary with game (roasted pigeon, stuffed quail) or noble cuisine dishes such as suckling lamb, porcini mushroom risotto, or winter black truffle.
Service: Enjoy at **17°C** in a Burgundy-style glass to highlight its aromatic elegance. Mandatory decanting for **60 minutes** is required.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Paraje Peña Lobera unique?
It is one of the highest and coldest plots in La Aguilera. Its pure limestone soil provides a minerality and vertical freshness that distinguishes it from other red wines in the region, offering a much more elegant and fluid profile.
What is the aging potential of the 2021 vintage?
Thanks to its excellent balance between acidity and tannic structure, Finca Peña Lobera 2021 will evolve magnificently in the bottle for the next 15 to 20 years.
