TÁBULA
RIBERA DEL DUERO 2020
GOLDEN MILE • SIGNATURE WINE SPAIN
"The essence of terroir elevated to maximum elegance: Tábula 2020 is the winery's flagship. A perfect balance between the power of Tempranillo and aging in fine-grained noble wood of exceptional refinement."
The Contemporary Interpretation of Olivares de Duero
Located in the heart of the prestigious Golden Mile, Tábula 2020 represents the culmination of precision viticulture. It comes from vineyards over 30 years old on limestone soils, where Tempranillo acquires a unique mineral depth. This wine eschews excessive robustness to focus on verticality, freshness, and a velvety texture that places it among the most sophisticated reds of the modern Ribera. If you are looking to buy Tábula 2020 Ribera del Duero wine online, this iconic label is available with secure shipping at our boutique wine shop La Cava Shop.
1. Identity Profile
Winery: Bodegas Tábula.
Origin: Olivares de Duero, Valladolid. D.O. Ribera del Duero.
Varietal: 100% Tempranillo (Old vines).
Aging: 18 months in new fine-grained French oak barrels.
Philosophy: Signature wine with minimal intervention and maximum respect for the fruit.
Alcohol Content: 14.5% Alc. Vol.
Format: 750 ml
2. Sommelier Notes (Sensory Experience)
Appearance: Intense cherry red color with vivid violet rims. High layer, bright with dense legs that denote a monumental structure.
Nose: High intensity and layered elegance. Predominantly black forest fruits (blackberry, blueberry) intertwined with licorice, sweet spices, cocoa, and a very subtle limestone mineral background.
Palate: Fleshy and enveloping entry. It presents ripe and polished tannins that provide a silky texture. Its balance between fruit ripeness and vibrant acidity, which extends into an eternal finish, stands out.
3. Wine Attributes
4. Food Pairing and Service Ritual
Castilian Gastronomy: A historic companion to roast lamb (lechazo), Segovian suckling pig, or long-aged grilled red meats.
Game and Truffle: Pairs masterfully with small game dishes, wild boar stews, or pasta with black truffle and parmesan.
Character Cheeses: Aged sheep's milk cheeses, such as Idiazábal or aged Manchego.
Protocol: Serve between 16°C and 18°C. Decanting for 30-45 minutes is strongly recommended to awaken its aromatic complexity.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What defines the style of Tábula 2020?
It is defined as a modern Ribera del Duero. Unlike classic over-extracted wines, Tábula seeks elegance, tannin finesse, and perfect integration of the wood, prioritizing drinkability and the pure expression of the limestone terroir of Olivares de Duero.
How long does this signature wine require decanting?
Due to its structure and long 18-month aging, decanting for 30 to 45 minutes is recommended. This allows the mineral and black fruit notes to open up, softening the entry on the palate.