# Valle de Nabal Tempranillo (2022)

- **Producer:** Bodegas Navarro
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Tempranillo
- **Region:** Castilla y León, Spain
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.5%
- **Average price:** €15
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Aromas & flavours:** black fruit, red fruit, spice

## About this wine

The Valle de Nabal Tempranillo is a 100% Tempranillo red wine from the D.O. Ribera del Duero region of Spain. Produced by Bodegas Navarro, a family winery with a history dating back to 1830, the wine is crafted with a philosophy of sustainable viticulture and a focus on high-quality, low-yield grapes. The winery is managed by Oscar Navarro and his siblings, combining ancestral knowledge with modern technology. This particular bottling represents the classic character of the Tempranillo grape from its esteemed region.

## Interesting facts

- Bodegas Nabal's history traces back to 1830.
- The winery is a family affair, with siblings managing different aspects of the business.
- This wine is vegan-friendly.
- It's an 'order item' in Sweden, suggesting a curated selection.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium+ to high tannins and body are well-suited to complement the proteins and fats found in red meats and richer dishes. The potential for dark fruit notes in the wine can echo or contrast with fruit-based sauces, while herbal undertones can harmonize with aromatics like rosemary and sage.

## Wine making process

The Valle de Nabal Tempranillo is produced by Bodegas Navarro using 100% Tempranillo grapes. The winery emphasizes sustainable viticulture and low-yield vineyards to ensure grape quality. The wine undergoes a crianza aging process, spending 9 months in barrel. While specific details on fermentation vessels, temperatures, or yeast types for the 2022 vintage are not available, the overall approach focuses on artisanal winemaking to express the grape and regional character.