Gastronomy of the Ribera del Duero
The Ribera del Duero, in addition to being a prestigious wine region, has a rich gastronomic tradition that perfectly complements its wines. Here I present some typical dishes and products of the gastronomy of the Ribera del Duero: Roast lambOne of the most emblematic dishes of the region. The suckling
The Tempranillo grape variety
The Tempranillo grape variety is one of the most important and recognized in Spain. Also known as Tinta del País or Tinto Fino in some regions, it is the emblematic grape of the Ribera del Duero and plays a prominent role in other parts of Spain, such as La Rioja,
The beginnings of the D.O. Ribera del Duero
The Ribera del Duero designation of origin is a renowned wine region in Spain that is located in the Duero river basin, in the autonomous community of Castilla y León. The history of how this denomination of origin began dates back to the mid-19th century. At that time, the Ribera
The Great Golden Zarzillo
The red wine Viyuela Xº Aniversario from Bodegas Viyuela (Ribera del Duero. 2013 vintage) won a Grand Zarcillo de Oro at the Zarcillo Awards. The Zarcillo awards are a prestigious recognition in the Spanish wine industry. They are organized by the Junta de Castilla y León, an autonomous community in
Characteristics of Ribera del Duero wines in Spain
Wines from the Ribera del Duero, a prestigious wine region in Spain, are known for having the following characteristics: These are some of the most outstanding characteristics of the wines from the Ribera del Duero in Spain. However, it is important to note that there are variations between different producers