Abadia Retuerta, Valdebellón 2020

Abadía Retuerta Valdebellón 2020 is a refined single-vineyard red from one of Spain’s most historic wine estates. Combining an expressive, terroir-driven character with polished structure, it reflects the estate’s centuries-old winemaking heritage and the distinctive personality of its carefully selected vineyard parcels.

Tasting Notes
Deep and concentrated in appearance, the wine opens with captivating aromas of bay leaf, black tea and subtle paprika, complemented by smoky notes reminiscent of roasted vegetables and chestnuts. On the palate, it is flavourful, pure and complex, with firm yet exceptionally fine-grained tannins and a balanced, persistent finish. Its structure and concentration give it excellent cellaring potential. It can be enjoyed now after decanting, but should develop further layers of savoury complexity and softness over the next several years when properly stored.

Production
The wine comes from Abadía Retuerta’s 193 hectares of vineyards, divided into 54 distinct parcels with differing soil structures and grape varieties. This detailed parcel approach allows the winemaking team, led by Ángel Anocíbar, to express the individuality of each site. Following careful selection of the fruit, the wine is matured for 16 months in French oak barrels, adding depth and subtle spice while preserving the wine’s precise, terroir-focused character.

Food & Serving
Its savoury depth and fine tannins make Valdebellón an excellent partner for roasted or grilled lamb, beef, venison and other game, as well as mushroom dishes, slow-cooked stews and roasted root vegetables. Serve at approximately 16–18°C. Decant for 1–2 hours before serving, particularly when opening a young bottle, to allow its aromas and texture to open fully.

Producer
Abadía Retuerta is a historic estate whose winemaking tradition dates back more than eight centuries, when Premonstratensian monks began producing wine on the property. Today, the heritage is carried forward under the direction of winemaker and managing director Ángel Anocíbar, with a focus on producing distinctive wines that express their local terroir. In early 2022, the estate reached an important milestone when it received its own Protected Designation of Origin from the European Union, underlining its growing significance among Spain’s leading wine producers.

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