Cruz de Alba Ribera del Duero Crianza 2021 vs Pyros Single Vineyard Block No. 4 Malbec
Compare current tracked prices, stockists and core specifications. Cruz de Alba Ribera del Duero Crianza 2021 currently starts £0.03 lower.
| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £19.96 | £19.99 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | Cruz De Alba | — |
| Style | Red | Red |
| Grape | Tempranillo | Malbec |
| Region | Ribera del Duero | — |
| Country | Spain | — |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
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Cruz de Alba Ribera del Duero Crianza 2021
' Cruz de Alba is a renowned biodynamic estate located in the heart of Ribera del Duero. The estate focuses on sustainable viticulture, respecting nature and promoting balance within the vineyard ecosystem. The vines grow in sandy soils, benefiting from the unique microclimate of the region. Cruz de Alba produces high-quality wines that reflect the natural harmony of the land, combining tradition and innovation in every bottle. In the winery, what happens in the vineyard is reflected. Fermentations were quick, filling the winery with fruity and balsamic aromas like never before. Fermentation was done at 24.5ºC, followed by 15 months in French oak barrels (one third new, one third one-year-old, and one third two-year-old), creating harmonious, elegant wines that are a true joy for the senses. In 2021, the Filomena storm brought freezing temperatures and rare snowfalls to the area. That year was unusually cold, and we had 50 liters more rain than the typical 450 liters. Despite this, the vines budded 5 days earlier than usual, on April 29th. A warm May helped the vines grow quickly, but a hailstorm on May 30th caused damage. Treatments with valerian and basalt helped the vines recover. The grapes were harvested during the El Pilar holiday, producing grapes with balanced flavor, good acidity, and a velvety texture. '
Pyros Single Vineyard Block No. 4 Malbec
Pyros Single Vineyard Block No. 4 Malbec is a striking expression of high-altitude terroir from the remote Pedernal Valley in San Juan. Sitting at 1,400 metres above sea level, the vineyard is defined by its stony, flint-rich soils and a cool continental climate, producing wines of exceptional concentration, freshness and minerality. This Malbec captures the valley's unique balance of power and elegance, offering an authentic taste of one of Argentina's most exciting wine regions. Why You'll Love It This is single-vineyard red wine from one of Argentina's most distinctive terroirs. The Pedernal Valley's extreme altitude, limestone-rich soils and cool climate create wines of remarkable structure and longevity. Part of the prestigious Salentein Family of Wines, Pyros is committed to sustainability and minimal intervention winemaking. With 12 months in French oak and 6 months of bottle ageing, this wine offers exceptional quality and complexity at an outstanding price. Meet the Producer Pyros Wines was founded with the vision of showcasing the singular character of the Pedernal Valley, one of Argentina's most distinctive viticultural areas. The estate is part of the Salentein Family of Wines and is recognised for its commitment to sustainability, precision viticulture and minimal intervention winemaking. Each wine reflects the valley's extreme altitude, pure air and limestone-rich soils, resulting in remarkable structure and longevity. Production Grapes are hand-harvested from Block No. 4 of the Pyros Vineyard. After careful selection, fermentation takes place in small stainless steel tanks with regular pump-overs to extract colour and fine tannins. The wine is then aged for 12 months in French oak barrels (50% new), followed by an additional 6 months of bottle ageing before release. Tasting Notes Deep violet in colour, opening with complex aromas of blackberry, cassis and violet, interwoven with subtle notes of graphite, spice and flint. The palate is concentrated yet
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