Bodegas Tinto Pesquera Gran Reserva ‘Janus’
WHY WE LOVE IT
- Tinto Pesquera Janus Gran Reserva is an exclusive wine made from 100% Tempranillo in Spain’s Ribera del Duero, produced only in exceptional vintages by Familia Fernández Rivera.
- Sourced from the high-altitude La Rendeja vineyard, the calcareous soils retain moisture, promoting optimal grape ripening.
- Aged for 28 months in American oak, this powerful and complex wine is designed for long-term aging.
Varietals: 100% Tempranillo
Elaboration: Hand-harvested using both traditional (whole bunch) and modern (destemmed) techniques, fermented in stainless steel with indigenous yeasts and extended skin contact. Aged for over 28 months in American oak.
Tasting Notes: Deep cherry-red color. The nose features ripe black fruit (blackberry jam), toasted notes, vanilla, and cocoa. The palate is full-bodied, powerful yet silky, with fine-grained tannins, offering flavors of licorice, black fruit preserve, and a long, creamy, and balsamic finish.
PRESS
2018 – 96 Wine Spectator | 95 James Suckling | 94 Wine Enthusiast
PRODUCER BACKGROUND
Bodegas Tinto Pesquera, established in 1975 by Alejandro Fernández and Esperanza Rivera in Ribera del Duero, Spain, is known for attracting global attention to the region. Alejandro Fernández, called the “Master of Tempranillo,” is appreciated for making high-quality, long-aging wines that defy the traditional view of La Mancha. The winery is a vital part of the Familia Fernández Rivera group and was transferred to the founders’ granddaughters in 2019.