Aged in French oak barrels for 16 months.
A masterpiece in every glass
Variety
Tempranillo 100%
Soil
sandy
Climate
Continental
Aged
16 months
El Carpio is the Old Vineyard that allows Sun, Wind, Earth, and Water to play and blend subtly to achieve elegance and harmony. It is a microparcel of sandy soil, extremely low in organic matter, with limited fertility but exceptional grape quality. There is no Official Registry that provides certainty about the age of this Old Vineyard or documentation confirming the moment of its planting.
The grapes from El Carpio possess unique characteristics: perfect balance in their structural components and particularly gentle and silky tannins.
Intense ruby red color and high layer. On the nose, it is intense, integrated, and complex. Integrated because it knows how to organize the sensory notes to achieve a harmonious and pleasant result. It mainly features ripe dark fruit (blackberries, sweet cherries, and plums) with a light background of nutmeg and clove. Gentle tannins, deep and extensive aftertaste. At all times, it confirms the ripeness of the fruit and adds the gentle contribution of barrel aging.
Valdecamellas Finca El Carpio is the ultimate expression of our passion for creating wines that transcend time and senses. This exclusive 100% Tempranillo originates from a unique micro-parcel, El Carpio, a place where nature reveals its perfection through sandy soils, low in organic matter but rich in character and potential. Here, each vine of Viña Vieja bears witness to the interplay of the sun, wind, earth, and water, coming together in a subtle dance to achieve a wine of unmatched elegance and harmony.
The history of El Carpio is shrouded in mystery and tradition, as its planting fades into the unrecorded memories of past generations. This timeless legacy speaks of an ancestral vineyard that, year after year, yields grapes of exceptional quality, featuring perfect structural balance and tannins of unparalleled softness. Finca El Carpio is a wine that embodies the purest essence of the Ribera del Duero, an authentic expression of its unique terroir.
In the glass, its intense ruby red color and high density capture attention, foreshadowing a sensory experience of deep complexity. On the nose, this wine reveals itself as a masterful integrator, harmonizing notes of ripe black fruit —blackberries, cherries, and plums— with delicate spicy hints of nutmeg and clove. The harmony of these aromas reflects the meticulous vinification and aging that defines Finca El Carpio.
On the palate, the elegance of its silky tannins and long finish are the hallmark of a wine crafted for the most discerning palates. Each sip confirms the impeccable maturity of its fruit, complemented by the subtle and sophisticated touch of its 16 months of aging in French oak barrels. This wine is not only intense and complex, but it achieves a perfect integration of power and refinement, leaving an unforgettable mark.
Valdecamellas Finca El Carpio is more than just a wine: it is a liquid work of art, a tribute to exclusivity and winemaking luxury. It is the result of decades of dedication, respect for the land, and an unyielding quest for excellence. Designed for wine lovers seeking unique and memorable experiences, Finca El Carpio represents the pinnacle of what Ribera del Duero has to offer, a gem that transforms every glass into a celebration of the good life.
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Autor
El Carpio
