At a glance

Producer

Dominio de Pingus

Region

Ribera del Duero, Spain

Grape variety

Tempranillo

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Bold

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$900 - $1200

Tasting profile

Black cherry, cassis, blackberry, toasted vanilla, graphite, and a hint of licorice

Evolution: Over the next decade, primary fruit will integrate with tertiary notes of earth, leather, and spice

At peak: Exceptionally complex layered aromas, silky yet powerful tannins, concentrated and persistent finish

Structure

Acidity

Medium-high, providing freshness and longevity

Tannins

High, firm and gripping but not harsh

Alcohol

Around 15%

Aging potential

30+ years given vintage quality and producer standards

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2030 to 2052

Optimal window

2025 to 2055

Current status

Approaching early maturity; still powerful with potential for further development

Current condition

The wine shows rich fruit concentration, intense tannins, and fresh acidity typical for early phase post bottle aging

The 2015 vintage in Ribera del Duero was excellent, giving wines with strong tannic structure and acidity that support very long aging. Pingus is a benchmark producer known for meticulous viticulture and low yields, translating into great concentration and balance conducive to multi-decade maturation.

Food pairing

Roasted lamb, game meats, mature hard cheeses, dishes with earthy mushrooms or truffle, rich stews

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (1-2 hours) — To allow the dense tannins and complex aromas to soften and open up for drinking

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Low-intervention, minimal use of chemicals, hand-harvesting, cover crops, biodiversity promotion

Dominio de Pingus practices organic farming with sustainable vineyard management including water conservation and biodiversity initiatives. While the wine is globally distributed, the producer is continually improving logistics and packaging to reduce carbon footprint. No biodynamic certification but strong commitment to environmental stewardship.