Matsu El Viejo 2021
Completeness and wisdom. The truth is in the glass
Vineyard
Selection of the best grapes, that come from very old vineyards of extremely limited production, more than 100 years old and cultivated naturally. Sandy soils with high granitic stony component.
Harvest
Manual harvest between September 24 and October 11, using boxes and small trailers.
Winemaking
Maceration during 2 weeks. Spontaneous fermentation in 15,000 kg concrete tanks with native yeast. The malolactic fermentation takes place in these same tanks. Soft filtering and non-aggressive clarify to preserve its natural characteristics.
Varieties
100% Tinta de Toro.
Alcohol content
15% Vol.
Aging
14 months in new French oak barrels.
Tasting Notes
Colour
Deep cherry with violet edges.
Nose
Very intense and complex. The combination of juicy ripe black fruits, spices, nuts and maturity gives sheer pleasure.
Palate
Serious wine with velvety texture, lots of structure, great backbone and serious tannic grip. Long and persistent aftertaste.
91 points
Peñín Guide 2021. 2018 vintage.
Silver Medal
Tempranillos del Mundo 2015. 2012 vintage.
94 points
Robert Parker ratings 2013. 2010 vintage.
93 points
Wine Enthusiast Magazine. December 2018. 2015 vintage.
92 points and Best Wine
Guía Peñín ratings 20 8. 2015 vintage.
