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Viuda Negra

Viuda Negra

A 17-year-old, a restored century-old vineyard, and a fervour
Viuda Negra
75 cl.
2018
93 Suckling
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Details
14.00%
Alcohol 14.00%
La Rioja
Production area La Rioja
D.O.Ca. Rioja
Designation of Origin D.O.Ca. Rioja
Bodegas Javier San Pedro Ortega
Winery Bodegas Javier San Pedro Ortega
Contains sulphites
100% Tempranillo
Varieties 100% Tempranillo
14.0
Service 14.0
75 cl.
Volume 75 cl.

Tasting notes Viuda Negra

Red wine Aged in wood Respectful agriculture. 10 months in French oak barrels.

Viuda Negra La Taconera 2018 exhibits intricate aromas of black cherries and plums, accompanied by hints of pencil, cocoa beans, and sweet spices. On the palate, it is a medium to full-bodied wine, with firm yet refined tannins that harmoniously blend with the fruit. Its profile is vivid and well-structured, showcasing a spicy touch and an intense cherry character on the palate. The finish is savoury and of remarkable length, making it ideal for immediate enjoyment or for cellaring.

Style Viuda Negra
Fruity
Spicy
Young
Barrel
Light
Body
Pairing
Hamburgers, Red meat, Game, White meats, Charcuterie, Cured cheeses

About Viuda Negra

Beginnings are never easy, and indulgences, particularly the more extravagant ones, demand a bit of extra effort, especially in one's youth when entering the workforce is still in its early stages. After all, who hasn't worked in some establishment during their younger years to earn a bit of cash? Who hasn't spent an entire summer slogging away to buy the motorcycle of their dreams? For Javier San Pedro Ortega, that indulgence was La Taconera, an old 0.4-hectare vineyard located in Laguardia (within the D.O.Ca. Rioja), which he managed to purchase at just 17 years old with money earned from bartending. Great anecdotes often herald a remarkable story, and the tale of Viuda Negra La Taconera and Javier San Pedro Ortega is indeed one of them.
 
Nonetheless, the sacrifice and labour did not end there. With Viuda Negra La Taconera, a journey of dedication began, where Javier succeeded in reviving the vines of this vineyard, originally planted in 1920, which had suffered from "disastrous" neglect. Many of Javier's decisions were not without controversy, as numerous locals were sceptical of the vertical training system he adopted. However, contrary to their doubts, this method allowed the grapes better aeration, providing shade from the leaves during the hottest parts of the day, enduring the Atlantic climate—dry and sunny—that prevails in this area (slightly more humid than the rest of the denomination).
 
The tempranillo of Viuda Negra La Taconera, nourished by clay-limestone soils tilled by animals, ripens perfectly and is harvested by hand into boxes without any issues. The artisanal and manual processes don't end there, as Viuda Negra La Taconera is also hand-destemmed before moving to the fermentation tanks. Finally, Viuda Negra La Taconera will rest in French oak barrels until it is bottled and released in a very exclusive and limited edition. Don't let it slip away!
2018

Viuda Negra La Taconera 2018 exhibits intricate aromas of black cherries and plums, accompanied by hints of pencil, cocoa beans, and sweet spices. On the palate, it is a medium to full-bodied wine, with firm yet refined tannins that harmoniously blend with the fruit. Its profile is vivid and well-structured, showcasing a spicy touch and an intense cherry character on the palate. The finish is savoury and of remarkable length, making it ideal for immediate enjoyment or for cellaring.

2018
93 Suckling

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  • We send it to Lithuania with UPS to your home
  • The shipment for 3 bottles is €27.95 with UPS.
  • For orders over €600 you have a 50% discount with UPS.