# Buen Camino (2018)

- **Producer:** Pagos de Vallejo S.L. / Bodega Buen Camino
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Tempranillo
- **Region:** Castilla y León, Spain
- **Style:** Natural
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Aromas & flavours:** dill, blackcurrant, black plum, red plum, vanilla, leather, cedar

## About this wine

Buen Camino 2018 is a red wine from the Ribera del Duero D.O. in Spain, produced by Pagos de Vallejo S.L. under the Bodega Buen Camino name. The winery is committed to organic viticulture and works its own vineyards, noted as the northernmost in the D.O. Their philosophy centers on small production wines with low yields and minimal intervention, aiming to express the unique character of their extreme terroir, influenced by high altitude and stony soils.

## Interesting facts

- Northernmost vineyards in Ribera del Duero D.O.
- Vineyards at 960 meters altitude
- Organic viticulture and minimal intervention
- Focus on expressing extreme terroir

## Food pairing

The full body and polished tannins of Buen Camino 2018 make it an excellent match for protein-rich dishes. The wine's structure can stand up to the richness of red meats and game, while its fruit notes can complement savory preparations. The earthy and savory aromas found in the wine can also bridge to dishes featuring mushrooms or herbs.

## Wine making process

Buen Camino 2018 is produced using organic viticulture practices with a focus on low yields and minimal intervention. The winemaking process aims to allow the grapes from the high-altitude, northernmost vineyards of Ribera del Duero to express their inherent character. While specific details on fermentation vessels, yeast types, and aging duration are not provided, the approach suggests a hands-off method designed to highlight the unique terroir of the estate.