VALDUERO 6 YEARS
PREMIUM RESERVE 2011
RIBERA DEL DUERO • SPAIN • BODEGAS VALDUERO
"Patience transformed into art: a cult Tempranillo that defies time with aristocratic, profound elegance."
The Mastery of Time
The Valduero Reserva Premium 6 Años 2011 is a signature red wine made from selected vines over 50 years old, located at an altitude of 840 meters in Gumiel de Mercado. Bodegas Valduero, a pioneer of the D.O. Ribera del Duero, follows a philosophy of artisanal excellence in which only time can shape the power of Tinto Fino. Aged for 36 months in oak barrels and refined for 36 months in bottle, this iconic 2011 vintage displays perfect maturity and incomparable aromatic concentration. Buy this Spanish Gran Reserva at La Cava Shop with free shipping on orders over $1,499 MXN, and explore our exclusive selection of Spanish wines and Tempranillo wines.
1. Identity Profile
Winery: Bodegas Valduero.
Origin / Designation: Gumiel de Mercado, D.O. Ribera del Duero, Spain.
Vintage: 2011 (Harvest Rated Excellent).
Volume: 750 ml.
Aging: 6 years in total (36 months in oak barrels and 36 months of bottle aging).
Varietal: 100% Tinto Fino (Tempranillo from old bush-trained vines).
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Deep garnet red with clear ochre and brick-red hues, reflecting its extended maturation in the cellar.
Nose: Complex, refined, and expressive. Elegant notes of stewed black fruit, fine leather, blond tobacco, licorice, vanilla, and delicate cocoa and coffee roasts stand out.
Palate: Powerful, rounded, velvety entry. It offers exceptionally silky, fine-grained, structured tannins, balanced by fresh acidity and culminating in an exceptionally long finish full of tertiary complexity.
3. The Architecture of the Wine
4. Food Pairings and Suggested Occasions
Food Pairings: A premium Spanish red wine that pairs spectacularly with intense, structured dishes: wood-roasted suckling lamb, prime rib steaks grilled over an open flame, big-game meats, slow-cooked Castilian stews, and aged sheep's milk cheeses.
Suggested Occasions:
- Special Celebration: The ultimate wine for commemorating anniversaries, awards, and memorable achievements.
- Gourmet Gift: An exclusive gift for connoisseurs and collectors who appreciate great age-worthy reds.
- Business: Adds prestige and distinction to executive business lunches and important contract signings.
- Romantic Dinner: Sophistication, finesse, and style for sharing an unforgettable glass as a couple.
- Family Meal: The centerpiece for accompanying and elevating the Sunday dinner table.
frequently asked questions (FAQs)
Why is it called "6 Years"?
It refers to the extended aging cycle the wine undergoes at the winery before release: 36 months in oak barrels and an additional 36 months resting in bottle, completing 6 years of artisanal winemaking.
What is the cellaring potential of the 2011 vintage?
Thanks to its solid structure and the exceptional qualities of the 2011 harvest in Ribera del Duero, this wine can be cellared and continue to evolve favorably for another 15 to 20 years.
How does shipping work when you buy online?
At La Cava Shop, we protect the bottle with reinforced shock-resistant packaging and offer free shipping on orders over $1,499 MXN to any destination in Mexico.