
Abadía Retuerta Selección Especial 75 cl – Elegant Ribera-Style Blend
Abadía Retuerta Selección Especial is a polished red blend (predominantly Tempranillo) from Castilla y León. Aged in French and American oak, it reveals ripe red and black fruits, spice, balanced tannins, and lasting elegance.
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- Sku 224489
Description
Abadía Retuerta Selección Especial 75 cl: Elegance Refined in Every Glass
Abadía Retuerta Selección Especial is crafted in Sardón de Duero, Castilla y León, from a meticulous selection of estate-grown grapes. It showcases the richness of Tempranillo complemented by Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Merlot, and Petit Verdot.
Winemaking & Terroir
The grapes are hand-harvested from diverse plots with varied soils and elevations. After fermentation, the wine is aged for approximately 12–16 months in a combination of French and American oak barrels, achieving complexity while preserving fruit clarity.
Sensory Profile
- Aroma: A refined bouquet of dark berries—blackberries, plums, currants—infused with floral, spicy, balsamic, and vanilla notes.
- Palate: Rich and balanced, with supple, silky tannins, lively acidity, and a lasting finish evoking notes of dark fruit, toast, coffee, licorice, and fresh minerality.
Character & Pairings
This wine embodies structure and finesse—an elevated expression of the Duero style. Perfect with grilled or roasted red meats, game, earthy mushrooms, risottos, and strong cheeses.
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