Dominio de Pingus : Flor de Pingus 2019

A fine Ribera del Duero wine, balanced and aromatic

The estate

Located in the province of Castilla y León, in the North of Madrid and not far from the prestigious Vega Sicilia estate, Dominio de Pingus is one of the finest Spanish names.

In 1995, the Danish oenologist, Peter Sisseck, founded Dominio de Pingus. Sensing the extraordinary potential of the Ribera del Duero region and driven by the will to produce a fine wine that reflects the expression of its terroir, this renowned oenologist meticulously carried out a selection of old Tinto Fino vines, the local name for the Tempranillo grape variety. The goal being to turn Dominio de Pingus into one of the most famous estates in the world.

Pingus embodies the excellence of the Ribera del Duero region through a beautiful and inimitable range of wines which combine power, finesse and complexity.

The vineyard

The Dominio de Pingus vineyard is managed in a traditional manner, using the low "en vaso" vine method. The production of Dominio de Pingus is confidential, with extremely low yields ranging from 20 hl/ha to only 9 hl/ha, and thus making it one of the most sought-after wines in the world.

The wine

This wine is made from a selection of 28 plots of very old vines, spread over 35 hectares of vineyards and resting on clay-limestone soils. Flor de Pingus showcases the Pingus style for which this estate is internationally renowned.

The vinification and ageing

While the first fermentation is carried out in stainless steel tanks, malolactic fermentation is partly carried out in barrels. This 2019 vintage was aged in French oak barrels, 30% of which are new.

The blend

Flor de Pingus 2019 by Dominio de Pingus is a 100% Tempranillo.

The tasting

Perfectly ripe and balanced, this 2019 vintage will charm you with its length, delicate tannins and beautiful roundness.

Food and wine pairing

Flor de Pingus 2019 by Dominio de Pingus will complement red meat, roasted or with a sauce.

Service

For an optimal tasting experience, serve between 17 and 18°C.