NABAL ROSÉ

RIBERA DEL DUERO

Varieties: 85%  Tempranillo, 10% Garnacha, 5% Albillo Mayor 
Vineyards

The Tempranillo is sourced from several vineyard plots in Aranda de Duero and Gumiel de Izán, planted between 15 and 30 years ago on deep calcareous clay soils. The vineyards lie at approximately 800 m altitude, trained using the Cordon Royat system with a north–south orientation, and produce a maximum yield of 5,000 kg/ha.

The Garnacha and Albillo Mayor for this rosé come from very old bush vines in La Aguilera and Gumiel de Izán, at 840 m altitude, where yields do not exceed 2,500 kg/ha.

Vinification

After hand-sorting, whole grapes, slightly crushed, were transferred by gravity into stainless steel fermentation tanks. A brief pre-fermentative maceration was conducted at 7 °C for around five hours to optimise phenolic extraction and aromatic precursor release. The must was then drawn off using the delicate saignée (“bleeding”) method, giving rise to the designation Rosado de Lágrima.

Alcoholic fermentation was carried out under controlled temperatures of 11–15 °C. Following clarification, stabilisation and gentle filtration.

Tasting Notes

Bright, pale pink in colour. Dense “tears” run down the sides of the glass after swirling.

On the nose, the wine shows an elegant expression, with varietal aromas of red fruit, such as strawberry, floral hints of wild rose, and subtle notes reminiscent of candy.

On the palate, it opens fresh and silky, with a broad, enveloping mouthfeel, supported by good structure, culminating in a long, luscious, and persistent finish.

Food Pairing

Ideal as an aperitif and perfect with fish and seafood, as well as pasta and rice dishes. Also pairs beautifully with white meats, small game, light stews, or subtly spiced Asian cuisine.

Storage and Service Guidelines

Store at a cool, constant temperature. Serve between 8–10 °C.

Awards and Ratings

92 Points – Guía Vivir el Vino – Spain

Gold – Gran Casino de Madrid Contest – Spain

91 Points – Guía Semana Vitivinícola -Spain

Gold – Sakura Awards 2023 – Japan

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