SATÉLITE
TINTA DE TORO
D.O. TORO • ZAMORA • SPAIN
"Stellar strength and earthly elegance: the modern, deep expression of the old vineyards of D.O. Toro. A wine of imposing structure that orbits between historic grit and contemporary approachability."
The Power of Toro in a New Orbit
The Satélite Red Wine is a bold interpretation of the emblematic Toro region. Made from 100% Tinta de Toro grown in low-yield vineyards, this wine balances the tectonic strength of the area with surprising fluidity. Thanks to a measured 12 to 14 months of aging in French oak, Satélite prioritizes the purity of black fruit and the typicity of the terroir, achieving a wine of imposing structure but with a roundness that invites deep exploration in every glass.
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1. Identity Profile
Origin: D.O. Toro, Zamora, Spain.
Variety: 100% Tinta de Toro (adapted Tempranillo).
Aging: 12 to 14 months in second- and third-use French oak barrels.
Vineyard: Old, low-yield vines on sandy, stony soils.
Style: Age-worthy red, structured, full-bodied and mineral.
Alcohol: 14.5% - 15.0% Alc. Vol.
Size: 750 ml
2. Sommelier Notes (Sensory Experience)
Appearance: Intense cherry-red color with violet rims of great youthfulness. High color depth and a dense tear that stains the glass elegantly.
Nose: Powerful, frank aroma. Ripe blackberries and blueberries stand out, followed by a crisp mineral complexity, black licorice and peppery spice over a well-integrated wood background.
Palate: Voluminous, structured entry. It stands out for its firm but polished tannins and excellent acidity that balances its alcoholic power. The finish is long, savory and distinctly fruity.
3. Wine Architecture
4. Pairing and Serving Recommendations
Mexican Cuisine: Toro's structure is the ideal ally for slow-cooked dishes and noble fat such as beef birria, adobo-style pork shank or steamed beef tongue tacos.
Game Meats: Extraordinary pairing with venison burgers, braised wild boar or flame-grilled ox cuts.
Board Classics: Aged sheep's milk cheeses (Zamorano or old Manchego) and powerful cured meats such as acorn-fed Iberian chorizo.
Serving Protocol: Ideally serve between 16°C and 18°C. Given its great extraction, we recommend decanting for 30 minutes before serving to let its aromatic complexity take off.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is Satélite too strong a wine for someone new to Toro?
Satélite is made in a "new school" style for D.O. Toro. While it keeps the power and body the region is famous for, its tannin management and the use of non-new barrels make it much smoother and friendlier than the traditional Toros of old.
How long can it evolve in the bottle?
Thanks to its high concentration of tannins and acidity, this wine has an aging potential of 8 to 10 years under optimal cellar conditions.
Where to buy Satélite Tinta de Toro red wine?
At La Cava Shop, with free shipping from $1,499 MXN and free returns within 90 days.