At a glance

Producer

Pago del Cielo, Familia Torres

Region

Ribera del Duero, Spain

Grape variety

Tempranillo (Tinto Fino)

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Smooth

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$25-35 USD

Tasting profile

Dark cherry and plum, blackberry, licorice, vanilla and subtle toasty oak, spice and gentle earthiness.

Evolution: Fruit softens, integration of oak and fruit increases, tertiary, leathery/spicy notes may emerge after 5+ years.

At peak: Supple texture, rich dark fruit, subtle earth, elegant oak finish.

Structure

Acidity

Medium

Tannins

Medium to medium-high, ripe, polished

Alcohol

14.5% ABV

Aging potential

5-7 years from vintage

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2024 to 2026

Optimal window

2023 to 2027

Current status

Can drink now, will improve

Current condition

Youthful, with ripe tannins and primary fruit

Drinks well now for youthful fruit and vibrancy, but tannin structure and concentration benefit from 1-3 additional years, hitting peak at 2024-2026 before softening and showing more earth/spice as it matures.

Food pairing

Charred lamb chops, grilled steak, roast pork, Manchego cheese, lentil and chorizo stew.

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (30-60 minutes) — To soften tannins and open primary and oak aromas.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 8/10

Significant solar energy use, water conservation programs, lightweight glass bottles, reforestation initiatives, carbon reduction projects (Famila Torres recognized for climate leadership in Spain).

Familia Torres is a leader in Spanish sustainability efforts: early adapter of carbon reduction, renewable energy, lighter packaging, and biodiversity projects. Not fully organic but making steady progress. Bulk overseas shipping and environmental certifications boost its standing. For a mainstream brand, sustainability is notably high and transparent.