I would describe this as a truly legendary wine region of Spain as we can find some of the best red wines of the world here. And so, this could be the best destination for a wine tasting tour!

As a result of continuous efforts, the region could make the wines more and more balanced. You know what? This region is named as the Wine Region of the Year in the Wine Enthusiast Magazine in the year 2012.

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At present, there are more than 250 wineries in the region spreading across some 20,000 hectares of vineyard area.

And, the wines that are being produced in the region are mostly red, although a white grape variety is also seen in the vineyards of Ribera del Duero.

When it comes to soil types, the region is full of tertiary sediments with the layers of silt or clay along with the alternating layers of limestone, marl, and chalk.

The inland location of the region along with the shadowing effects of the mountain ranges is creating the extreme types of climate here.

The region is found to be experiencing hot, dry summers and harsh winters with the higher daytime temperatures and cooler nights. These climatic conditions are responsible for adding the aromas and phenolic compounds in the vine plants.

Wines from Ribera del Duero

Spanish Red Wine - Spanish White Wine - Spanish Rosé Wine - Spanish Dessert Wine

This is the local name for the Tempranillo variety and is the dominant red grape variety in the northern parts of Spain. As per the DO regulations of Spain, the Tinto Fino grape variety should be at least 75% in the DO red wines produced here and can be blended with the following grape varieties:

• Cabernet Sauvignon
• Malbec
• Merlot

In addition, the varieties like Albillo or Garnacha can be added up to 5% in the DO wines. The Garnacha grape variety is mostly used for the production of rosé wines and is often blended with Bordeaux grape varieties in smaller quantities. It has been found that the Albillo is the only white grape variety being cultivated in the Ribera del Duero region and are being used for producing white wines for local consumption. It is to be noted that these wines are not qualified for the DO title.

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