Bodegas Arrocal - Paraje Los Colmenares 2024

Founded by Rosa Arroyo and Moisés Calvo in the village of Gumiel de Mercado, Bodegas Arrocal is a family-owned estate that has become one of the most respected names in Ribera del Duero. Today, second-generation brothers Rodrigo and Asier Calvo oversee both the vineyards and the cellar, farming approximately 85 hectares of estate vineyards situated between 830 and 930 meters above sea level. Certified organic, the vineyards are planted almost exclusively to Tinto Fino (Tempranillo) on limestone and clay soils, where significant day-to-night temperature swings preserve freshness and aromatic precision. Fermentations rely on native yeasts and gentle extraction, while thoughtful aging in French oak and large foudres emphasizes purity over power. The result is a portfolio of wines that captures the elegance, energy and mineral character of Ribera del Duero's high-altitude terroir.

Deep cherry ruby in the glass, Arrocal’s Paraje Los Colmenares is immediately expressive with aromas of ripe red cherry, wild blackberry and plum, layered with notes of thyme, lavender, crushed stone and a touch of cedar. Sourced from three organically farmed, high-altitude parcels in the Los Colmenares valley, the palate is remarkably poised, balancing generous fruit with vibrant acidity, supple tannins and a distinct mineral backbone. Twelve months in seasoned French oak and large foudres lend subtle texture without overshadowing the wine's freshness, culminating in a long, savory finish marked by lingering red fruit and Mediterranean herbs. Enjoy with Jamón Ibérico, grilled lamb chops, roast pork loin, duck breast with rosemary or grilled New York strip.