Pesquera Tinto Crianza, Ribera Del Duero, Spain 2020

Tasting Notes

The Pesquera Crianza of Ribera del Duero has soft aromas of black fruits and sweet liquorice spice and hints of coca which edge around the more powerful fruit notes. On the palate the well balanced oak maturation is very well defined, complementing rather than overwhelming the fruit. A persistent finish and silky tannins highlight the quality wine making of this Crianza.

Background

Pesquera Tinto Crianza is made from 100% Tempranillo grapes, aged in new American oak barrels for 18 months and then a further 6 months in the bottle.

Pesquera wines are always made from the whole fruit, after destemming. Temperature controlled fermentation lasts two to three weeks. Afterwards, and without clarifying, the grape pulp is directly transferred to an astute and subtle combination of French and American oak barrels that have been subject to various degrees of toasting. Where, in between frequent pump-overs, the wines are left to stand. Tinto Pesquera wines are aged in oak for 18 months while Reservas and Grandes Reservas are aged for no less than 24 months.

Food Match

Ideal with roasts, poultry and veal as well as goats cheese.

Familia Fernández Rivera

The history of Familia Fernández Rivera began with the ingenuity of Alejandro Fernández and Esperanza Rivera, as well as the hard work and unity of a family. Together they created—according to Robert Parker—one of the best wines in the world. The group now boasts four wineries, a hotel and a team comprised of more than 120 people. Familia Fernández Rivera has known how to adapt to the times. At present, its wines and products are sold in more than 70 countries.

1972

With the money obtained from the sale of a patent, Alejandro Fernández and Esperanza Rivera bought a small, 16th-century stone winery. In 1972, the group began to produce its first wines using grapes grown on these land

1975

Familia Fernández Rivera reaped its first harvest. The wine sold came to be called Tinto Pesquera. The name pays tribute to the hometown of Alejandro and Esperanza, Pesquera de Duero, which they have fond memories of.

1982

Thanks to the wines made by Alejandro Fernández, the head of Familia Fernández Rivera, word began to spread about Ribera del Duero’s potential; so much so that in 1982, the Designation of Origin Ribera del Duero was created.

1982

In 1982, coinciding with the creation of the DO Ribera del Duero, Familia Fernández Rivera produced the first Janús Pesquera. It owes its name to the Roman god of time. Janús is only made with excellent vintages using grapes from Viña Alta, the highest vineyard of Tinto Pesquera

1985

Robert Parker—considered one of the most influential wine critics worldwide—cemented the status of Tinto Pesquera, particularly its Janús, as one of the best wines in the world. Parker considered this wine the Pétrus of Spain

1995

Another of Familia Fernández Rivera’s most acclaimed projects was born: Condado de Haza. In 2008 and 2012, the prestigious magazine Wine Spectator included the Condado de Haza Crianza among its list of the ‘Top 100 Wines’ in the world.

1998

In Vadillo de Guareña in Zamora, Familia Fernández Rivera modernised a winery that was three centuries old: Dehesa de la Granja. This estate also produces hard cheese, chickpeas and extra virgin olive oil.

1999

Familia Fernández Rivera built the El Vínculo winery in Campo de Criptana. Aside from Tempranillo, Airén—with which it produces one of the best white wines in the world—is also grown on El Vínculo.

2011

Familia Fernández Rivera diversified and opened the Hotel AF Pesquera. Located in Peñafiel, Ribera del Duero’s ‘Golden Mile’, this lovely complex is also focused on wine tourism.

2019

The granddaughters of Esperanza and Alejandro took over the reins of this winemaking group. The third generation of Familia Fernández Rivera is now at the helm of a company that adapts to the times and continues to expand