VALDUERO 6 AÑOS
RESERVA PREMIUM 2011
RIBERA DEL DUERO • SPAIN • BODEGAS VALDUERO
"Patience turned into art: a cult Tempranillo that defies time with an aristocratic and profound elegance."
The Mastery of Time
The Valduero Reserva Premium 6 Años 2011 is an author's wine born from vineyards over 50 years old, located at an altitude of 840 meters. Bodegas Valduero, a pioneer in Ribera del Duero, applies a philosophy of excellence where only the passage of time can polish the power of Tempranillo. After three years of silence in wood and another three in the winery's cellars, this wine emerges with astonishing complexity, integrating ripe black fruit with sublime tertiary notes of leather, tobacco, and exotic spices.
1. Identity Profile
Winery: Bodegas Valduero.
Origin: D.O. Ribera del Duero, Spain.
Vintage: 2011 (Rated as Excellent).
Volume: 750 ml.
Aging: 36 months in barrels of different origins and 36 months in bottle.
Varietal: 100% Tinto Fino (Tempranillo).
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Intense garnet red color with ocher hues that denote its long and perfect maturation.
Nose: Complex and elegant aroma. Notes of very ripe black fruit and compote stand out, followed by spicy nuances such as vanilla, leather, licorice, and roasted notes (coffee and cocoa).
Palate: Powerful and voluminous entry. Presents silky and noble tannins, very well integrated. It is a wine with a vibrant acidity that gives it freshness despite its age, with a very long and nuanced finish.
3. Wine Architecture
4. Pairing and Suggested Moments
Gastronomy: This premium reserve demands high intensity and quality dishes. Excellent with roasted suckling lamb, grilled red meats, game (deer or wild boar), traditional slow-cooked stews, and aged cheeses. It also harmonizes spectacularly with acorn-fed Iberian ham.
Suggested Moments:
- Special Celebration: A wine to toast life's great milestones.
- Gift: A prestigious gift for collectors and lovers of classic Ribera del Duero.
- Business: Ideal for high-level executive meals where solidity and excellence are desired.
- Romantic Dinner: A sophisticated choice for an unforgettable private evening.
- Family Meal: To honor the table at large gatherings where wine is the protagonist.
- Gourmet Barbecue: The power of this Tempranillo stands up to the best Wagyu or Angus cuts.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQS)
Is it necessary to decant Valduero 6 Años 2011?
Yes, it is essential. As a 2011 vintage wine with such prolonged aging, it requires at least 60 minutes of aeration to eliminate possible initial reductions and allow its bouquet to fully open.
What is the difference between a common Reserva and this Premium 6 years?
While the law requires 3 years of total aging for a Reserva, Valduero doubles that time, ensuring that the wine reaches the consumer at its optimal point of elegance.
How many bottles of this wine are produced?
It is a limited production that strictly depends on the quality of the harvest. The 2011 vintage is one of the most sought after for its balance and aging capacity.
