2023 Cepa 21 'Hito' Ribera del Duero

Bright and expressive, this Tempranillo shows ripe red and black fruit such as cherry, raspberry, and plum with notes of spice and subtle oak influence. The palate is medium-bodied with juicy fruit and fresh acidity, supported by soft, integrated tannins and a clean finish that leans toward fruit and gentle spice.

Grapes are hand-harvested from estate vineyards in Castrillo de Duero and fermented in stainless-steel tanks at controlled temperatures. After primary and malolactic fermentation, the wine spends about eight months in French oak barrels before bottling, preserving fruit brightness while adding gentle complexity.

Produced by Bodegas Cepa 21 in the Ribera del Duero DO of Spain, this wine comes from vineyards planted in chalky, clayey, and stony soils on the plains around Castrillo de Duero. The region’s high altitude and warm days with cool nights help retain freshness and define the youthful Tempranillo character in this approachable wine.