At a glance

Producer

Tinto Pesquera (Grupo Pesquera)

Region

Ribera del Duero, Spain

Grape variety

Tempranillo

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Smooth

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$35-60 USD (bottle, ex-tax, depending on market)

Tasting profile

Mature, dried red cherry, fig, tobacco, leather, earthy undertones. Low fresh fruit. Some bottles may show oxidative notes.

Evolution: Fresh fruit evolved into dried fruit, tertiary notes now dominate (leather, spices, old wood).

At peak: Complex tertiary bouquet and resolved tannins at peak from 2015-2019; now shifting into tertiary decline.

Structure

Acidity

Medium, now moderate with age

Tannins

Integrated, medium, softening with age

Alcohol

14%

Aging potential

Was best consumed by 2020; no further improvement

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2015 to 2019

Optimal window

2013 to 2020

Current status

Fully mature, some bottles may be past peak depending on storage conditions

Current condition

Approaching decline, tertiary notes prominent. Sound bottles still enjoyable but fading freshness.

Tinto Pesquera Crianza 2009 reached its peak drinkability between 2015 and 2019 due to its traditional Ribera del Duero structure, moderate acidity, and Tempranillo's moderate longevity when aged in American oak. It is now past its optimal window but can still show interest if stored soundly.

Food pairing

Best with aged Manchego, grilled lamb, mushroom risotto, or roasted game birds. Avoid overpowering dishes to respect its evolved structure.

Serving

Decant

Yes (30 minutes) — The wine has integrated tannins and is 16 years old, which suggests it may benefit from aeration to enhance its aromas and flavors.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 5/10

Tinto Pesquera employs traditional viticulture and winemaking. While some low intervention techniques are used, there is no formalized sustainability program or transparency on water/energy use.

Tinto Pesquera, part of Grupo Pesquera, is respected for traditional methods but lacks formal sustainability credentials or transparent reporting on energy, water, or environmental impact. Glass bottles are standard weight, and packaging does not use recycled or alternative materials. No organic/biodynamic certification. Relative carbon footprint higher outside Spain due to transport needs. Sustainability score reflects a lack of proactive initiatives by modern standards.