Primordium Riserva 2014

Case of 6 bottles. 

Ships in a wooden box.

From a single organic vineyard (La Cebolla) of old vines, planted at an altitude of 910m on limestone/sandy-loam soils, and managed using biodynamic methods. Production of this vineyard is limited to 3500 kg/Ha

100% Tinto Fino - the juice is kept on the skins for 2-3 weeks, according to the characteristics of the grapes. After fermentation, using natural yeasts, the wine ages for 18 months in new 300 litre French oak barrels, with refining in foudres. Not cold stabilized. ~3,000 bottles produced.

Our Tasting Note: Deep, dark ruby/purple, with violet tinges. Aromas and flavours of black fruits - blackberry, blueberry, cherry - with notes of cloves, incense, and cocoa. Full-bodied, structured (firm tannins), with a persistent finish. 14.5% alc./vol.

Pairing suggestions: Pair with meat dishes - beef or lamb - (grilled, stewed, or roasted), grilled vegetable dishes (with mushrooms), mature cheeses, and dark chocolate desserts.

Third-party scores:  93pts Tim Atkin (MW)