Frontaura y Victoria “Aponte” Reserva, Ribera del Duero, Spain 2018

Frontaura y Victoria “Aponte” Reserva, Ribera del Duero, Spain 2018
100% Tempranillo

Aponte 2018 opens with a bold, alluring bouquet: ripe red fruits and fresh eucalyptus, wrapped in silky layers of vanilla and coconut. As it unfolds, deeper notes of black fruits and licorice emerge. On the palate, it’s warm, velvety, and invigorating – a rich blend of spice, forest floor, tobacco, and toasted coconut.

Perfect pairings: roasted meats, paella, and bold, spiced cheeses.

The story behind the name:
“Aponte” isn’t just a name – it’s a nod to Spanish history. It honors the Renaissance palace Frontaura y Victoria, built in 1574 in the city of Toro by Don Pedro de Aponte. The palace became an architectural symbol of its era, inspiring a wine that bridges past and present.

Crafted from Tempranillo – Spain’s iconic early-ripening grape – Aponte Reserva delivers the variety’s signature depth: cherry, plum, vanilla, and tobacco, enriched by noble oak aging for added structure and spice.

The 2018 vintage was shaped by unpredictable weather, demanding a meticulous selection of only the finest grapes. The result is a wine already showing maturity, perfect balance, and impressive aging potential.