# Marta Maté Tempranillo (2021)

- **Producer:** Bodegas Marta Maté
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Tempranillo
- **Region:** Castilla y León, Spain
- **Style:** Natural
- **Alcohol:** 14.0%
- **Average price:** €29
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 15–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** raspberry, black plum, red plum, black cherry, vanilla, cedar, cloves, leather, tobacco, earth

## About this wine

Marta Maté Tempranillo 2021 is a red wine from the D.O. Ribera del Duero in Spain, produced by Bodegas Marta Maté. The wine is made from 100% Tempranillo grapes grown on vines that are over 100 years old, situated at altitudes exceeding 900 meters. The vineyards are managed using organic and biodynamic principles, with a focus on minimal intervention. The soils are a complex mix of clay and limestone, with up to 16 different types identified across the estate. This approach aims to capture the essence of the high-altitude terroir and the specific vintage characteristics.

## Interesting facts

- Vines planted between 1908 and 1948.
- Vineyards sit above 900 meters altitude.
- Over 16 different soil types identified.
- Winery practices organic and biodynamic farming.

## Food pairing

The wine's full body and smooth tannins are well-suited to complement the richness and protein of red meats, while its vibrant acidity cuts through fattier dishes. Earthy notes in the wine can echo those found in mushroom dishes, and the fruit profile harmonizes with both savory and slightly sweet elements in sauces.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for Marta Maté Tempranillo 2021 begins with hand-harvested grapes. Fermentation takes place in concrete tanks using indigenous yeasts, with maceration lasting between 8 to 12 days. Spontaneous malolactic fermentation follows. The wine is then aged for 14 months, primarily in French oak barrels, with some variations mentioned including new or used oak and subsequent aging in concrete tanks for refinement before blending and bottling.