Roble
The fruit sourced for Piedra Roble comes from 2 vineyards: Boccaraje - parcel of 40.67 Ha, planted in 1968 on original rootstock and in goblet formation, with a density of 1000 vines / Ha. Varieties Tinta de Toro and Garnacha and La Vuida - 8.15 Ha. Planted in 2001. Plantation spacing 3m × 1.5m. Varieties Tinta de Toro producing low yields. A blend of 85% Tinta de Toro and 15% Garnacha. Strict control in the winery when sorting the fruit. 8 days in 15,000L stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature (maximum 25ºC). Frequently pumped over. Malolactic fermentation occurs in the tank, followed by 4 months in barrels of French oak and 2 months in bottle prior to release. Bottled with minimal filtration. Certified organic. Intense red-cherry colour. The nose is an explosion of fruits, berries, liquorice. On the palate, this wine reveals its young and fascinating personality, creating and exceptionally round and well-balanced sensation in the mouth, gliding towards and agreeably long and harmonious finish.