Emilio Moro "Finca Resalso" Ribera del Duero 2021 375ml

Winemaking

Emilio Moro is a respected producer in Ribera del Duero, known for crafting age-worthy Tempranillos that balance modern technique with traditional Spanish winemaking philosophy. The house focuses on expressing the character of their specific vineyard sites rather than pursuing overripe or heavily extracted styles, allowing the terroir and vintage to speak clearly through the wine.

Tasting Notes

This Finca Resalso opens with ripe dark cherry and plum aromatics, layered with subtle oak influence and an earthy minerality that speaks to the vineyard's character. On the palate, the wine reveals a structured, firm tannic framework supporting flavors of blackberry, leather, and mineral notes with excellent concentration and depth. The finish is dry and persistent, with lingering spice and oak complexity that lingers gracefully on the finish, suggesting the wine will continue to evolve over the next several years.

Producer

Bodegas Emilio Moro operates as a family-owned estate within Ribera del Duero, farming their own vineyards with careful attention to sustainable viticulture. The bodega has built a reputation for consistent quality across their range, from their entry-level offerings to more ambitious single-vineyard expressions like this Finca Resalso, positioning themselves among the region's thoughtful, quality-focused producers.

Terroir

Ribera del Duero sits along the Duero River in north-central Spain, where Continental climate conditions—marked by cold winters, warm summers, and significant diurnal temperature swings—create ideal ripening conditions for Tempranillo. The region's stony, clay-based soils with iron content contribute mineral character and structure, while elevation in many vineyard sites ensures fresh acidity and complexity even in riper vintages.

Food Pairings

Try this wine with a classic pairing of roasted lamb with rosemary and garlic, or alongside a pan-seared duck breast with cherry reduction and thyme. For a more casual meal, it's equally at home with a well-seasoned beef steak or a hearty Spanish chorizo and Manchego cheese course.