Pesquera Crianza Ribera del Duero 75 CL

Pesquera Crianza Ribera del Duero 75 CL is a red wine from Ribera del Duero, Spain, produced by Bodegas Alejandro Fernández Tinto Pesquera, part of the Familia Fernández Rivera group. It is a 100% Tempranillo (Tinto Fino) wine, recognized for its traditional style and consistent quality for over 40 years. The following is a brief description based on available information: Appearance: Clean and bright, ruby red or deep purplish red with violet or purplish reflections, depending on the vintage.

Aroma: Intense and complex, with notes of red and black fruits (raspberries, strawberries, blackberries, plums), with hints of vanilla, roasted coffee, toast, licorice and balsamic touches from its aging in American oak. Some vintages have spicy notes of clove or menthol.

Palate: Silky and elegant entry, with balanced acidity, well-integrated tannins and rich fruit flavors. The oak contributes toasty, vanilla and coffee notes. It is structured but accessible, with a lingering finish.

Aging: Normally aged for 12 to 18 months in American (and sometimes French) oak barrels, followed by at least 6 months in bottle.

Vintage Notes: 2019: Medium-bodied, savory, with notes of cedar, blackberry and coffee; benefits from decanting.

• 2021: Fresh, with notes of plum, blackberry and herbs; can be enjoyed through 2027. Wine Spectator score: 89.
• 2014: Creamy, with notes of blackberry, vanilla and tobacco; score: 91 at Natalie MacLean.
• 2017: Dense, with intense tannins and pomegranate notes; score: 90.1 on CellarTracker. Winemaking: Sourced from 200 hectares of south-facing vineyards in Pesquera de Duero, at an altitude of over 800 meters above sea level, on clay loam and limestone soils. Traditional vinification with 2-3 weeks of maceration and controlled fermentation.

Reputation: A benchmark wine from Ribera del Duero, praised for its structure, personality and longevity. It is one of the most recognized wines in Spain, with some vintages (e.g. 2004) compared to the best wines in the world.