Frontaura
Toro Aponte Reserva
2019
$19.65
About this winery
In the heart of the city of Toro, located in north-central Spain, are the Frontaura and Victoria Palaces, 2 majestic buildings built in 1574 of immense architectural value. They are owned by the Bodegas Frontaura, which has been producing high quality wines since the 19th century in the most prestigious Spanish appellation, Toro. The estate owns 120 hectares of vines planted in the valley of the Douro River, at an altitude of 650 meters above sea level. Its main grape variety is Tinta de Toro,...
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Product notes
In the vineyard, the vines, some of which are centuries old, are grown at an altitude of 654 meters, in rocky alluvial soil that contains stones that retain heat and act as a natural thermostat.
Production notes
Fermentation at controlled temperature, maceration, malolactic conversion, then maturing for 20 months in new French oak barrels from Allier. Subsequently, prolonged aging in the bottle.
Tasting notes
Powerful wine with aromas of red fruits and eucalyptus, notes of vanilla and coconut. On the palate, we find black fruits and liquorice. The palate is intense while remaining elegant. Long finish with notes of tobacco and spices. It will accompany your grills, roast beef au jus, stewed meat dishes.