{"title":"Ribera del Duero","description":"\u003cp\u003eSee Vineas selection of wines from Ribera del Duero. Compare the individual wines' grapes, vintage and style, and find a wine for your next meal.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cuatro-rayas-tempra-roble-ribera-del-duero-2024","title":"Cuatro Rayas - Ribera del Duero Roble 2024","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCuatro Rayas Ribera del Duero Roble 2024\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRibera del Duero Roble 2024 has dark fruit, spices and a rounded oak character. Four months of oak aging provides structure without taking focus away from the Tempranillo fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe aroma has ripe blackberries, forest berries, roasted nuances, vanilla and spices. The taste is soft with a rounded texture and long finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrapes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e100% Tempranillo. Tempranillo contributes berry fruit, structure and tannins, which are rounded during oak aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the producer\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodega Cuatro Rayas is a cooperative based in La Seca near Rueda. Winegrowers from Valladolid and Segovia supply grapes to the winery, which produces both fresh white wines, oak-aged wines and organic cuvées. Production and certification vary between the series.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe wine region and terroir\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes come from more than 30-year-old vineyards in Ribera del Duero. The continental climate shapes the ripening with warm days and cool nights.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduction\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes are harvested by hand during the day. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled steel tanks with 18 days of skin contact and daily pump-overs. The wine is aged for four months in French and American oak barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003e🥩 Meat dishes:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eGrilled rack of lamb with rosemary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBraised beef cheeks in red wine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eRoasted duck breast with mushrooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e🥬 Green and vegetarian:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eProvençal vegetable tian\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eRoasted eggplant with tomato and Parmesan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFried mushrooms with lentils and thyme\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eServing and storage\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eServe at 14 to 16°C. Let the wine breathe in the glass for the aromas to emerge. Store in a dark and cool place at a stable temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe wine in the producer's range\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCuatro Rayas is based in Castilla y León and is particularly associated with the white grapes in Rueda. Verdejo and Sauvignon Blanc offer two different approaches to the fresh white wines, while the red products and alcohol-free versions make up other parts of the range. The cuvée name, grape and appellation should therefore be read together. A Sauvignon Blanc and a Verdejo can both have freshness, but the aroma and texture are not the same. The alcohol-free wines should also be served and assessed based on their own balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOrigin in perspective\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCastilla y León has a continental climate, where warm days and cooler nights can create different conditions throughout the ripening period. Rueda and Ribera del Duero each have their own appellations and grape profiles. A Verdejo from Rueda and a Tempranillo from Ribera del Duero should therefore not be expected to have the same style. Look at the specific cuvée and its production. At the table, it is especially the wine's acidity, fruit and any tannins that help find the right dish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe grape and its expression\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA wine made from a single grape variety can be a good starting point for getting to know the grape, but the growing region and production still matter greatly. The same variety can give different expressions depending on the climate, ripeness at harvest and aging in the cellar. Therefore, use the specific tasting description together with the grape's name. A comparison with the same grape from another producer or region can make the differences in aroma, acidity and texture clear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to choose the food\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a red wine, the preparation is often just as important as the raw ingredient. A seared crust, mushrooms and a sauce with a little depth can bring together the fruit and tannins, while very sweet side dishes can make the wine seem sharper. Feel free to choose a dish from the suggestions above and match the seasoning. If the wine has firm tannins, protein and a little fat can provide a softer experience. Lighter dishes with herbs can instead highlight the aroma and freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFacts about the wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eProducer: Bodega Cuatro Rayas\u003cbr\u003eVintage: 2024\u003cbr\u003eCountry: Spain\u003cbr\u003eRegion: Ribera del Duero\u003cbr\u003eClassification: Ribera del Duero\u003cbr\u003eGrape: 100% Tempranillo\u003cbr\u003eWine type: Red wine\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 14%\u003cbr\u003eBottle size: 75 cl\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRead more\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/cuatro-rayas\"\u003eAbout Cuatro Rayas\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/ribera-del-duero-vinomraade\"\u003eRead about Ribera del Duero\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cuatro Rayas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53737256026439,"sku":"50046-24","price":160.0,"currency_code":"DKK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/0619\/6551\/files\/vinea-fritlagt-63172012147015.png?v=1793373851"}],"url":"https:\/\/vinea.dk\/en\/collections\/ribera-del-duero.oembed","provider":"Vinea","version":"1.0","type":"link"}