{"product_id":"finca-villacreces-pruno","title":"Finca Villacreces Pruno","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eFinca Villacreces Pruno 2023\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003ePruno grew to become Finca Villacreces' international crowd favorite and is one of the best-known wines from Ribera del Duero's Golden Mile. The 2023 vintage combines juicy fruit and fresh tension with the powerful, polished structure you expect from this origin. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVineyards and Region\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes come from the winery's own vineyards around Quintanilla de Onésimo, in the heart of the most prestigious part of Ribera del Duero.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation \/ Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finca Villacreces is located on a meander of the Duero, in Ribera del Duero's Golden Mile. The vineyards are surrounded by a 200-year-old pine forest that creates a unique microclimate around the parcels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e The vines grow at about 700 m above sea level. The large temperature differences between warm days and cool nights support even ripening and help the grapes retain their natural acidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e The parcels vary from very sandy soil near the forest to stony soils with alluvial pebbles from the Duero. These poor, well-draining soils limit natural yields and produce concentrated fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVineyard Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e The winery's own vineyards are divided into different parcels and are cared for according to integrated viticulture principles. Production remains limited to less than 2 kg of grapes per vine, with average yields around 4000 kg per hectare. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVinification and Aging\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA double selection and precisely adjusted wood aging give Pruno its combination of ripe fruit, structure, and suppleness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest \u0026amp; Selection:\u003c\/strong\u003e The grapes are hand-picked into small 15 kg crates. This is followed by a double sorting round where both the entire bunches and individual grapes are checked.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alcoholic fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks with regular cap immersion. Malolactic fermentation occurs partly in stainless steel and partly in wooden barrels, which rounds off the acidity and builds extra texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWood Aging:\u003c\/strong\u003e The wine ages for 10 months in second- and third-year barrels of 75% French and 25% American oak. The French wood brings refinement and spice, while the American oak further supports the round, inviting style.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol Content:\u003c\/strong\u003e At 14.5% alcohol, the 2023 vintage possesses sufficient power and volume, while the juicy fruit and fresh acidity provide an energetic balance. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrape Composition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe blend combines the local strength of Tempranillo with small percentages of international grape varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e94% Tempranillo – Ribera del Duero:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tempranillo forms the backbone and brings ripe cherry fruit, volume, and a firm, fine-grained tannin structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4% Cabernet Sauvignon – Ribera del Duero:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cabernet Sauvignon adds extra grip, dark fruit notes, and a spicy dimension to the blend.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2% Merlot – Ribera del Duero:\u003c\/strong\u003e Merlot adds suppleness and roundness, making the wine particularly inviting to drink even when young. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes and Serving Suggestions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntense cherry red with a purple rim and a concentrated nose of cherries, blueberry, toasted cocoa, and coffee caramel. The taste is fleshy and juicy, with ripe tannins, dark chocolate, and a balsamic hint of black licorice. The finish is long, spicy, and fruit-driven.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eServing Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Serve this Ribera del Duero at 16–18 °C, so that the fruit remains vibrant and the cocoa, spice, and wood notes can fully unfold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDishes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair it with grilled beef, lamb chops, slow-cooked pork, game dishes, mushroom risotto, or hearty Spanish charcuterie. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAwards\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e92+ points, The Wine Advocate (2023):\u003c\/strong\u003e Luis Gutiérrez praises the juicy, fruit-driven style, the controlled ripeness, and the fresh balance, rounded off by fine and polished tannins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e91 points, James Suckling (2023):\u003c\/strong\u003e Praised for its fresh red plums, cherries, and roasted spices, with a tense tannin structure and a long, expressive finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e91 points, Guía Peñín (2023):\u003c\/strong\u003e Rated as a flavorful and long wine with ripe dark fruit, spiciness, and good acidity. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMore Information about Finca Villacreces\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe history of the estate dates back to 1350, when the Franciscan monk Pedro de Villacreces settled here and planted a small vineyard. Centuries later, Peter Sisseck used part of the cellar and vineyards for the production of Flor de Pingus. Gonzalo and Lalo Antón took over the estate in 2004, restored the vineyards, and reopened the bodega in 2007 as part of Artevino Family Wineries.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Artevino","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46348064096335,"sku":"AV103","price":15.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/FincaVillacrecesPruno.webp?v=1785825211","url":"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/en\/products\/finca-villacreces-pruno","provider":"Perfecte Wijn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}