Our Wines | Oak Aged
For centuries the best area in Toro to grow fruits, vegetables and plant vineyards has been known as "El Oro". Its privileged situation, close to the river Duero on the southrn part of the town of Toro, was perfect to avoid the early frosts in spring time. The area’s distinctive red soils have a base of clay and are covered by rolling stones making them ideal to grow grapes that mature slowly.
In 1999 the San Ildefonso family, pioneers in the area, carried out a selection of parcels around this privileged location to produce their "Pago de Oro" wines. Thanks to a constant and careful terroir selection, the San Ildefonso family are at the forefront of the new modern style of Toro with wines that offer great fruit concentration and structure.
The must undergoes cold maceration at 10º C for four days prior to fermentation, which takes place at 24 to 26º C. The total maceration period lasts approximately 15 days.
Ageing:This wine is aged for four months in American oak barrels of less than four years.
Tasting notes
Attractive dark cherry colour with dark crimson colour hints on the edges.
Nose:Ripe fruits with nuances of plums and raisins. Balsamic nuances with reminiscences of spices and vanilla.
Taste:Fresh and well-structured with a nice bitter finish.
Food Matches:Pairs well with any type of meat, roasts, cheeses and seafood in sauces.
Technical Specification
| Varietal | Tinta de Toro |
| Vine Age | Minimum 10 Years |
| Fermentation Temperature | Maximum 26ºC |
| Fermentation & Maceration Period | 15 days |
| Barrel Composition | American Oak |
| Barrel Age | Less than 4 Years |
| Time in Barrel | 4 months |
| Time in Bottle | Minimum 4 months |
| Suggested temperature for serving | 15º / 17º C |
