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Arcano - Ribera del Duero 'Carraroa' Tempranillo 2018 Arcano - Ribera del Duero 'Carraroa' Tempranillo 2018

Arcano - Ribera del Duero 'Carraroa' Tempranillo 2018

A fusion of craftsmanship and modern techniques.

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Type:Red

Varietal:Tempranillo

Unit Size:750ml

Alcohol Volume:14.5%

Region:Ribera del Duero

Country:Spain

Tasting Notes

Carraroa is a seamless marriage of craftsmanship and modern techniques, with unwavering respect for the natural winemaking processes, ensuring that the wine authentically reflects its terroir. With a deep, rich purple-red hue, this wine exudes ripe black fruit aromas, complemented by subtle notes of liquorice, spices, and tobacco, a true testament to the Tempranillo variety. It boasts an impressive fruit intensity, coupled with a refreshing quality. The wine strikes a perfect balance between a robust tannic structure, pronounced intensity, and an elegant character.

Technical Info

Brand:Arcano

Closure:Natural Cork

Organic Certification:CAECYL ( ES-ECO-016-CL) - CL 2133 E

Country of Origin:Spain

Serving Temperature:16-18°C

Drink By:2028

Wine Ageing:12-Month Ageing in new 225 l French oak barriques and a further two years in bottle prior release.

Winemaking Style: Minimal Intervention

Harvest:Hand-harvested October 2018.

Winemaking: Fermented in stainless steel 3000 litre tank. Minimal intervention in the winery and fermentation with wild yeasts.

Viticulture:A Tempranillo from two hill vineyards (Laderas del Monte, Rodero). Organic certified vineyard in hills with less than 400 l rainfall per year.

Food Pairing:Burger with blue cheese and bacon, Sausage and pepperoni pizza, Spicy Spanish chorizo and potato tapas, Roasted Portobello mushrooms

Taste Profile

Light

Full Body

Dry

Sweet

Fruity

Savoury

Tannins (Bitterness)

Acidity

Arcano

Established in 2012, Arcano is not merely a winery but a deeply cherished family legacy. Nestled in the picturesque Duero valley, this boutique, family-owned estate weaves wines that transcend time. Their vineyards, perched on these rugged, low-yielding hills, stand as a testament to generations of unwavering commitment. Arcano specializes in the Ribera del Duero Designation of Origin, with the Tempranillo grape as their guiding star. At its core lies San Martín de Rubiales, an obscure treasure known only to those who consult the most exclusive maps. It's precisely this sense of secluded beauty that inspired the Arcano label, adorned with a fading map – a poignant connection between their modest village and the worldwide community of wine enthusiasts. Yet, Arcano is more than just a vineyard; it's a promise upheld. They pay homage to the wisdom of their forebears, who tended their vines until their final days. Today, they continue this cherished legacy, an inheritance passed down through the ages. Arcano, a timeless journey through history and flavor.

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