Wine La Flor de Pingus DO, 2008
Reviews of purchase La Flor de Pingus DO, 2008
Tasting Notes
Wine saturated purple color.
Full-bodied, elegant wine with excellent balance, great structure and a long aftertaste multifaceted.
The wine has a delicate bouquet, which hints of spices, cherries, black berries intertwined with hints of coffee and oak nuances.
The wine goes well with red meat and game, mature cheeses.
Interesting Facts
Flor de Pingus DO, 2008 is made from Tempranillo, the age of some vines is 35 years younger vines planted at the rate of 6,000 and 10,000 vines per hectare. Tight fit makes plants compete with each other, and their roots sink deep into the earth for the nutrients that a beneficial effect on the grapes. The vineyard is located in the region of Pescara Valbuena. Vinification process takes place naturally. The wine is aged in new French oak barrels "Darnazhu" for 18-20 months, bottled without filtering.
Dominio de Pingus - a young and hugely successful winery in Ribera del Duero. Are managed by Peter Sisseck - young but already well-known winemaker from Denmark, has reached amazing results in a very short period of time.
The first wine - Pingus was created in 1995. No one had tried anything like wine instantly achieved worldwide recognition, and its creator won reputation as a talented winemaker. Pingus wine was awarded the highest score of 100/100 by Robert Parker. Since the principle of production Pingus similar to Bordeaux Chateau, where, along with the main wine produced Second vin or "second wine" that was released Flor de Pingus, which also is the second wine of the economy and is considered one of the finest Spanish wines.
Company Dominio de Pingus is a member of the elite club of major Spanish wine producers, and Peter Sisseck called a genius in winemaking, wine production has transformed into art. He created the wine has unrivaled modern character, but at the same time they are very traditional and unique in terms of the variety Tempranillo. Dominio de Pingus wine known throughout the world, they regularly receive top marks from the most reputable publications. Robert Parker called exceptional wine companies and among the best in Spain.