At a glance

Producer

Bodegas Hermanos Pérez Pascuas

Region

D.O. Ribera del Duero, Castile and León, Spain

Grape variety

Tinto Fino (Tempranillo) (100%)

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Bold

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$50-$70

Tasting profile

Youthfully tight with concentrated black cherry, black plum, and hints of graphite and smoky oak.

Evolution: Will evolve towards deeper earthy and mineral notes with layers of leather, tobacco, and spice emerging over years.

At peak: At peak, expect perfectly integrated tannins, complex bouquet of ripe dark fruit, leather, and elegant balsamic notes.

Structure

Acidity

Medium-plus acidity, vibrant and fresh

Tannins

Firm, structured and fine-grained

Alcohol

Approximately 14.5%

Aging potential

15+ years from vintage, excellent for long-term cellaring due to power and structure

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2028 to 2035

Optimal window

2025 to 2038

Current status

Approaching optimal maturity

Current condition

The 2018 vintage shows impressive tannic structure with balanced acidity that suggests significant aging potential. Early drinking possible but best after mid-2020s.

The wine’s 2018 vintage in Ribera del Duero was warm but balanced, producing ripe fruit and solid tannic backbone. Combined with Pérez Pascuas’s traditional but meticulous winemaking and the vineyard selection (La Navilla), this wine can age 15+ years. The structure and acidity support extended bottle aging allowing gradual unfolding of complexity, justifying the drinking window chosen.

Food pairing

Pairs excellently with grilled red meats, lamb, aged Manchego cheese, game birds, and dishes with rich mushroom sauces.

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (60-90 minutes) — To soften youthful tannins and open aromatic complexity

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Bodegas Hermanos Pérez Pascuas employs careful water management in vineyards, minimal use of chemical inputs, and energy-efficient winery operations. Moderate use of traditional oak barrels with some recyclable packaging materials.

Though not explicitly organic or biodynamic, the producer follows sustainable viticulture guidelines stipulated by the Ribera del Duero D.O. This includes water conservation, soil health management, and controlled use of agrochemicals. The winery applies energy-saving measures and aims for recyclable packaging. The carbon footprint increases with international transport but benefits from regionally concentrated production. Overall, the wine rates well in sustainability within its quality tier.