Every wine tells a story, and the best will vividly depict the characteristics of the vintage, terroir, weather, as well as the history of the producer that made it. The “17” by PINEA has a story so rich, that it’s more like a novel…
The “17” Tempranillo red wine was originally created to be served at Pro Golfer Sergio Garcia’s wedding, but the wine was such a crowd-pleaser, that it inspired a new wine for Pinea, one of Spain’s top-producers.
BODEGAS PINEA
“17” by PINEA
2015 TEMPRANILLO
RIBERA DEL DUERO | SPAIN
The wine is made from younger vines from their Estate Vineyards. Pinea’s flagship Ribera del Duero retails for around $150 and is one of the top wines in Spain.
Both wines are made by Isaac Fernandez, whom the Wine Spectator dubbed One of Spain’s brightest young winemakers. Isaac trained under his uncle, Mariano Garcia, former head winemaker at Vega Sicilia and is one of the most iconic winemakers in Spain.
The wine blends old-world power and antiquity with new-world styled fruit and lush textures that make it incredibly appealing and irresistible.
The winery is located in the heart of Ribera del Duero, one of Spain’s premiere wine-growing regions. Their high-elevation, dry-farmed vineyards are grown in chalky sand and limestone where the vines’ deep, healthy root systems can thrive.
The weather is extreme with snowy winters and hot summers, and the vines there produce powerfully concentrated fruit with a remarkable sense of place.
The blend is 100% Tempranillo, which is considered Spain’s “royal” red grape and revered for producing full-bodied red wines.
If you love big, rich red wines that offer unimaginable bang-for-your-buck, this may be your favorite new find.
BODEGAS PINEA
“17” by PINEA
2015 TEMPRANILLO
RIBERA DEL DUERO | SPAIN
$39.99 per bottle
From Wine Spectator, “Sleek and firm, this red delivers plum, currant, clove and loamy earth flavors, with a pleasant balance of fruit and savory characteristics. Citrusy acidity balances the chewy tannins. Drink now through 2030…” 92 Points
From JamesSuckling.com, “The fine-oak aromas are neatly integrated with the black and blue fruit in this rich and rather polished red and this harmony extends right through the long finish. Drink or hold.” 92 Points
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Customers that enjoy Pinea’s “17” Tempranillo, may also enjoy these two terrific Red Wines…
VIÑA COBOS
2016 BRAMARE
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
LUJÁN DE CUYO | ARGENTINA
$39.99 per bottle
Created by Paul Hobbs Wines, Hobbs has been leading pioneer in developing wines from this region, especially Bordeaux varietals.
From JamesSuckling.com, “A focused and tight cabernet. Beautiful aromas and complexity with currants, spices and hints of hazelnuts. Medium-bodied, chewy and pretty. A medium finish. A cabernet for early drinking.” 92 Points
VIK
2013 MILLA CALA
PROPRIETARY RED
MILLAHUE | CHILE
$39.99 per bottle
This impressive blend checks in at nearly 40% Cabernet Sauvignon accented with Carmeñere, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Syrah.
From JamesSuckling.com, “This is a wine that shows the coolness of the vintage with currant, tobacco and coffee character on the nose and palate. Full body, with a linear line and firm skeleton. It has a freshness and savory finish. Much more precision compared to 2012.”
93 Points
