Bodegas Hacienda Solano – Finca Peña Lobera 2021 – Ribera del Duero Spain

Finca Peña Lobera 2021 is a single-parcel red wine made by Bodegas Hacienda Solano in La Aguilera, Ribera del Duero. Produced from vines over 100 years old planted at the highest point of the village, it is a refined, mineral-driven expression of Tempranillo combining elegance, precision, and depth.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: 98% Tempranillo, 2% Albillo
• Region: Ribera del Duero, Spain
• Village: La Aguilera
• Vintage: 2021
• Aging: 7 months in French oak (500L barrels) followed by 12 months in small concrete tanks
• Alcohol: 14.5%
• Vine Age: 100+ year old vines
• Production: 1,600 bottles
• Style: Elegant, mineral, age-worthy red

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Body: Medium to medium-plus bodied
• Fruit: Bright forest berries with lifted freshness
• Savory: Thyme, rosemary, and subtle spice
• Structure: Fine tannins, energy, and a persistent, balanced finish

Deep ruby in color with subtle violet reflections, the wine shows intense yet precise aromatics of forest fruit and Mediterranean herbs. On the palate, it is fresh and energetic, with refined tannins, excellent volume, and a long, elegant finish marked by balance and finesse.

❤️ Why We Love It

• High-altitude, old-vine parcel with strong limestone influence
• Combines finesse and structure in a truly elegant style
• Exceptional aging potential with remarkable balance

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Game meats and slow-cooked dishes
• Chuletón and grilled red meats
• Aged cheeses and jamón ibérico

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Lovers of elegant, age-worthy Tempranillo
✓ Drinkers who value finesse, balance, and terroir expression
✕ Not ideal if you prefer simple, fruit-forward, easy-drinking reds

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