2022 Hermanos Perez Pascuas Vina Pedrosa Cepa Gavilan Crianza

The 2022 Hermanos Pérez Pascuas Viña Pedrosa Cepa Gavilán Crianza is a textbook expression of Ribera del Duero: bold, structured, and elegantly oak-aged. Sourced from estate vineyards at altitude, this red marries ripe fruit intensity with the finesse and balance that have made Viña Pedrosa a reference point in the region. It’s a Crianza that overdelivers, offering the character of a serious Ribera at a very accessible level.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, Cepa Gavilán shows a deep, vibrant cherry-red color with a violet rim, signaling its youth and freshness. The nose opens with layers of dark berries—blackberry, black cherry, and ripe plum—woven together with notes of violet, sweet spice, cocoa, and a touch of vanilla and toasted oak. On the palate, this 2022 Crianza is full-bodied yet remarkably balanced, with juicy black fruit at the core supported by fine-grained tannins and lively acidity. Flavors of dark cherry, blackberry, licorice, and subtle balsamic tones evolve into hints of mocha, clove, and a gentle smokiness from its barrel aging. The finish is long, smooth, and persistent, with enough structure to age gracefully for another 5–7 years, but already accessible and enjoyable in its youthful, vibrant phase.

Production
Cepa Gavilán is crafted predominantly from Tinto Fino (Tempranillo) grown in the high-altitude vineyards of Pedrosa de Duero, where poor, chalky-clay and gravelly soils naturally limit yields and concentrate flavor. The continental climate, with hot days and cool nights, ensures slow, even ripening and excellent phenolic maturity. Grapes are harvested by hand and carefully selected to preserve only the best clusters. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel to capture purity of fruit, followed by aging in oak barrels—traditionally a mix of American and French oak—for around a year. This combination of meticulous vineyard work and thoughtful oak regime gives Cepa Gavilán its hallmark balance of freshness, structure, and subtle complexity.

Food & Serving
This Ribera del Duero Crianza is a natural match for flavorful, protein-rich dishes: think grilled lamb chops, Iberico pork, roast beef, chargrilled steaks, or hearty stews. It also pairs beautifully with aged Manchego, hard sheep’s cheeses, and dishes featuring roasted mushrooms or smoked paprika. Serve at 16–18°C (60–64°F) for best expression. A short decant of 30–45 minutes helps the wine open up its aromatic layers and soften the tannins, especially in its first few years after release.

Producer
Bodegas Hermanos Pérez Pascuas is a family-run estate founded in 1980 in Pedrosa de Duero, one of the most emblematic villages of Ribera del Duero. Among the early quality pioneers of the appellation, the Pérez Pascuas brothers built their reputation on estate-grown Tinto Fino, low yields, and a steadfast commitment to traditional yet precise winemaking. Viña Pedrosa has since become a benchmark name in the region, known for wines that combine power with elegance and age-worthiness. The estate’s consistent critical acclaim and loyal following around the world underscore its status as one of Ribera del Duero’s most respected and reliable producers.

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