Bardos Romántica 2020
Smoothness and sweetness
Vineyard
Old low-yield high altitude vineyards, selected in the Páramo de Corcos (Burgos) and Soria. Burgos vineyards are in the towns of Moradillo de Roa, Fuentemolinos and Castrillo de la Vega. Sandy loam soils with pebbles on the surface and layers of clay deep down. In Soria, the vineyards are located in the surroundings of San Esteban de Gormaz,
on ferrous clay soils at almost a thousand meters of altitude.
Harvest
Manual harvest of selected grapes between September 29 and October 18.
Winemaking
Fermentation and maceration during 3 to 4 weeks in 15,000 kg vats at 28ºC.
Aging
14 months in second hand French oak barrels.
Tasting notes
Colour
Deep cherry red colour with a dark violet edge.
Nose
Intense and complex aroma of ripe fruits, dark fruits jams, tobacco and leather.
Palate
Full bodied wine with strong structure and noticeable freshness. Smooth and elegant, complemented with gentle tannins and pleasant finish.
92 points Tim Atkin MW
2018 vintage.
91 Peñin Guide
Peñin Guide 2021. 2017 vintage.
Gold Medal
Challenge International du Vin 2016. 2012 vintage.
Gold Medal
China Wine & Spirits Awards 2014. 2011 vintage.
Silver Medal
Tempranillos al Mundo Awards 2016. 2013 vintage.
Silver Medal
International Wine Guide Awards 2016. 2013 vintage.
Silver Medal
Bacchus International Awards 2016. 2012 vintage.