VATÁN TINTA DE TORO
2021 VINTAGE
D.O. TORO • OLD OWN-ROOTED VINEYARDS (1943) • BODEGAS ORDÓÑEZ • Spanish wine
"A monumental red born from own-rooted vineyards planted in 1943: the purest, most opulent and balanced expression of the untamed, artisanal Tinta de Toro."
Vatán 2021: The Absolute Tribute to the Strength and Elegance of the Own-Rooted Vineyard
The Vatán Tinta de Toro 2021 Vintage Red Wine 750ml is one of the crowning achievements of Bodegas Ordóñez in the untamed Toro region. This exceptional red is made in a strictly artisanal way from a selection of old vineyards planted own-rooted in 1943.
1. Technical Details
Winery / Producer: Bodegas Ordóñez.
Specific Origin: Selected vineyards in the D.O. Toro, Zamora, Spain.
Vintage: 2021.
Grape Variety: 100% Tinta de Toro.
Vineyard Characteristics: Old vines planted own-rooted in 1943, immune to phylloxera.
Winemaking and Ageing: Direct malolactic fermentation in new French oak barrels and noble ageing for 22 months.
Style: Ultra-premium, full-bodied red, extraordinarily balanced, ripe and persistent.
SKU: 8817257676990
2. Exclusive Tasting Notes
Appearance: An imposing, very deep picota-cherry red, very high depth, clean and bright, with a dense, lazy tear.
Nose: Very high aromatic intensity, frank and complex. It opens with intoxicating notes of very ripe black fruit, clove and pepper spices, black liquorice and fine cocoa.
Palate: The entry is majestic, broad and full-volumed. On the palate it is extraordinarily balanced and fleshy; its ripe tannins are perfectly integrated and polished.
3. Wine Architecture
4. Recommended Occasions and Pairings
High-Altitude Gastronomic Pairing: The imposing structure, fleshiness and volume of Vatán 2021 call for dishes with a bold gastronomic personality. Pair it with premium marbled red meat cuts, slow-cooked stews and big game.
Suggested Occasions:
- Special Celebration of Great Milestones: The ultimate label to uncork at weddings or meaningful anniversaries.
- High-Level Business Meetings and Dinners: Projects an image of utmost sophistication and deep oenological knowledge.
- Smart, Collectible Gift: An extraordinary present for demanding wine lovers or collectors.
frequently asked questions (FAQS)
What does it mean that Vatán wine comes from own-rooted vineyards from 1943?
It means the vines were planted directly on their own original roots, without being grafted onto American rootstock, yielding grapes with a concentration and typicity impossible to replicate in young vines.
Is it advisable to decant Vatán 2021 before drinking it?
Yes, it is highly advisable to decant it or let it breathe in the glass for 30 to 45 minutes before serving.
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