Bodegas Hacienda Solano – Viñas Viejas 2022 – Ribera del Duero Spain

Viñas Viejas 2022 from Bodegas Hacienda Solano is a dry Ribera del Duero red from La Aguilera, made from 100% Tempranillo grown on vines 60–100 years old.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: 100% Tempranillo
• Region: Ribera del Duero D.O., Spain
• Vintage: 2022
• Aging: 12 months in French oak
• Production: 15,000 bottles; vines 60–100 years old
• Style: Dry red wine

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

The winery’s Viñas Viejas profile is deep and polished, with forest fruit, herbs and sweet spice over a dense palate, integrated tannins and a long mineral finish.

❤️ Why We Love It

• Old vines provide concentration and depth
• Freshness keeps the wine balanced despite its structure
• A serious step up within the Hacienda Solano range

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Game meats
• Grilled ribeye
• Stews
• Aged cheeses and jamón ibérico

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Lovers of structured, old-vine Tempranillo
✓ Fans of deep Ribera del Duero with polished tannins
✕ Not ideal if you prefer light, delicate reds

Scores

93 Points – Tim Atkin
93 Points – Robert Parker