Guelbenzu – EVO 2020 – Ribera del Queiles Spain

EVO 2020 from Guelbenzu is a dry Ribera del Queiles red blending 68% Cabernet Sauvignon and 32% Merlot and aged 12 months in French oak.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grapes: 68% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot
• Region: Vino de la Tierra Ribera del Queiles, Spain
• Vintage: 2020
• Aging: 12 months in French oak
• Style: Dry red wine

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

Ripe black fruit, balsamic notes, spice and toast lead into an elegant, structured palate with polished tannins and a persistent finish.

❤️ Why We Love It

• Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot create a classic structured blend
• French-oak aging adds depth while preserving balance
• One of Guelbenzu’s historic flagship wines, built to evolve

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Red meats
• Roast lamb or duck
• Legume dishes
• Aged cheeses

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Fans of structured Cabernet-Merlot blends
✓ Drinkers who enjoy oak-aged Spanish reds with aging potential
✕ Not ideal if you prefer very light, early-drinking reds

Scores

92 Points – James Suckling
92 Points – Tim Atkin
92 Points – Wine Enthusiast