The Bardos Viñedos de Altura Ribera del Duero is made from grapes grown at an altitude of 950 meters. This vineyard is one of Spain's most challenging and rewarding wine regions. And Bardos knows better than anyone how to ripen the best grapes here. The result is this complex and balanced Vinedos de Altura Ribera del Duero.
Manual harvest for Bardos Vinedos de Altura Ribera del Duero
Bardos Winery, located in the Ribera del Duero region of Spain, is known for its wines produced in extreme, high-altitude vineyards. Founded in 2004, Bardos is a winery that thrives on adventure. In their search for promising wine regions, they discovered Paramo de Corcos. This wine-growing area lies at an altitude of 900 meters above sea level in the heart of the Ribera del Duero. This was to be the place where Bardos produces authentic wines. Since then, Bardos has continued to develop and explore new areas.
The Tinta Fina grapes for this Vinedos de Altura Ribera del Duero are sourced from vineyards at an altitude of 950 meters. The grapes are harvested entirely by hand at peak ripeness to preserve freshness and quality. After harvest, they undergo gentle maceration in the winery. Fermentation then takes place in stainless steel vats for two weeks. The wine is then transferred to stainless steel tanks for malolactic fermentation. The wine is aged for 12 months in oak containers of various sizes to develop the wine's complexity and characteristic flavors.
A vibrant Tinta Finca from Bardos
This wine is incredibly vibrant and has a beautiful cherry-red color in the glass. The aroma is fresh and complex with distinct notes of fruit and spice. The palate is pleasant, with soft tannins and a lovely balance between fruit and crisp acidity. Overall, the wine has a full and rounded character. The finish is long and refreshing, with the freshness of the fruit resurfacing and leaving a seductive finish.