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

Ultra-premium ($800-$1200 USD per bottle)

Tasting profile

Deep black cherry, blackberry and plum fruit flavors with hints of licorice, tobacco, mineral and sweet vanilla oak

Evolution: Developing complexity with tertiary notes of leather, truffle, forest floor, and subtle earthiness emerging with age

At peak: Silky tannins, integrated acidity, profound complexity and harmony with a long, persistent finish

Structure

Acidity

Moderate to high acidity, providing freshness and ageworthiness

Tannins

Firm, fine-grained, well-integrated but still very prominent

Alcohol

14.5% ABV

Aging potential

30-40+ years under proper cellar conditions

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2030 to 2054

Optimal window

2025 to 2057

Current status

Approaching early maturity, still very youthful

Current condition

Rich tannic structure with primary dark fruit and floral notes, but requires further bottle aging for full expression

Dominio de Pingus 2017 is an iconic single-vineyard Tempranillo from a top Ribera del Duero estate. The wine was built to age extensively due to its concentration, firm tannins, and balanced acidity. Its vintage quality and reputation strongly support a drinking window extending 30-40 years, allowing the wine’s complexity to fully develop.

Food pairing

Ideal with rich, hearty dishes such as roast lamb, aged Manchego or other Spanish cheeses, grilled game, and stews with earthy herbs.

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (1-2 hours) — To soften tannins and allow the complex bouquet to open up

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 8/10

Energy efficient winery operations, water conservation efforts, reduction of chemical treatments, use of natural yeast fermentation, minimalist intervention

Dominio de Pingus employs many sustainable vineyard and winery practices focused on organic farming and environmental balance. They have energy efficiency measures and reduce chemical inputs. While international export contributes to carbon footprint, overall sustainability is strong given emphasis on ecological viticulture and natural winemaking.