2020 Casa Rojo Tintafina

Casa Rojo Tintafina 2020 is a powerful yet finely balanced expression of Ribera del Duero, crafted entirely from old-vine Tinta Fina (Tempranillo). Sourced from some of the region’s highest and oldest vineyards, it captures the tension between ripe fruit, fresh acidity and polished oak. Launched in 2022 as the stylistic counterpart to Casa Rojo’s flamboyant “MachoMan,” Tintafina champions depth, elegance and a true sense of place in Spain’s famed heartland for Tempranillo.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, the 2020 Tintafina shows a deep, vivid ruby core with luminous garnet hues at the rim, hinting at both concentration and subtle evolution. The nose is strikingly expressive: layers of wild blackberry and blackcurrant are lifted by notes of fresh thyme and sage, while the 18 months in French oak contribute refined aromas of cedarwood, leather, clove, toasted spice and a gentle smokiness. On the palate, this is a full-bodied, muscular Ribera del Duero with a distinctly modern polish. The fruit is dark, ripe and juicy, wrapped around a core of firm yet elegant tannins and vibrant acidity that keeps everything in balance. Savory undertones of dried herbs, cocoa, tobacco and toasted oak add complexity as the wine unfolds in the glass. The finish is long, harmonious and persistent, with a fine grip that promises excellent evolution. Enjoyable now with a proper decant, it has the structure and freshness to age gracefully for 8–12 years from vintage, gaining further complexity in bottle.

Production
Tintafina 2020 is sourced from old and very old Tinta Fina vines (35–100 years) rooted in multiple villages across Burgos and Valladolid, including Villálvaro, Sotillo de la Ribera, Moradillo, Hontoria, Peñafiel, Quintana del Pidio, Anguix and Curiel de Duero. These high-altitude vineyards, set at 850–900 meters, experience a pronounced continental climate with cold winters, hot dry summers and marked day–night temperature swings that help preserve acidity and aromatic intensity. The 2020 growing season began with a mild, rainy winter and a gentle spring that encouraged rapid vegetative growth, followed by a warm, dry summer that slowed ripening—except in the deepest-rooted, oldest vines that could reach moisture far below the surface. Grapes are carefully harvested from these low-yielding parcels and vinified with close attention to preserving fruit purity and terroir character. The wine is then aged for around 18 months in French oak barrels, followed by several months of bottle ageing before release, allowing tannins to integrate and aromas to harmonize.

Food & Serving
This robust yet balanced Ribera del Duero is a natural partner for rich, savory dishes. Think grilled or roasted lamb, beef ribeye, Iberico pork, game birds, slow-braised short ribs, or hearty stews and casseroles. It also works beautifully with aged Manchego, semi-hard sheep’s cheeses, charcuterie and dishes seasoned with rosemary, thyme or smoked paprika. Serve at 16–18°C (60–64°F) in a generous red wine glass. Decant for 45–60 minutes if drinking in the next few years to open up the aromatic profile and soften the tannins; with additional bottle age, a shorter decant of 20–30 minutes will be sufficient.

Producer
Casa Rojo is a dynamic, contemporary project founded in 2010 by oenologist José Luis Gómez and sommelier Laura Muñoz-Rojo, built around a clear philosophy: a great wine must express its origin with balance and authenticity. Although relatively young, the winery has quickly become a reference name, crafting terroir-driven wines from some of Spain’s most exciting regions. In Ribera del Duero they focus on Tinta Fina (Tempranillo) under a distinctly continental climate, while in their Mediterranean homeland of Murcia they champion Monastrell, and more recently have embraced unique white varieties from Galicia and Rueda such as Albariño, Verdejo and Sauvignon Blanc. Casa Rojo’s wines are now distributed in over 40 countries worldwide, from the USA and Mexico to Japan, Singapore and across Europe, with demand often outstripping supply thanks to their combination of quality, strong identity and compelling storytelling. Tintafina stands as a key expression of their vision to “unite the Mediterranean and the Atlantic” through wines that are both regionally authentic and globally appealing.

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