In the glass
Aroma: dark plum, blackberry, tobacco, vanilla
Palate: dark cherry, dried herbs, cedar, earthy mineral
Traditional extended-oak Reserva from Bodegas Reyes: dark plum, tobacco and vanilla from 20 months in mixed-species oak, with earthy mineral notes reflecting the Pedrosa de Duero clay-limestone terroir.
What it pairs with
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Cochinillo asado
Firm tannins, dark fruit and cedar match the richness of Castilian roast suckling pig. -
Grilled ribeye with pimenton butter
Structured wine needs the richness and smokiness of the paprika-basted steak. -
Aged Torta del Casar
The wine's firm tannins are softened by the creamy, pungent sheep's-milk cheese.
How to serve Teofilo Reyes Reserva
Allow 95 minutes from open to pour.
- Open and decant. Open 90 minutes before serving and pour into a decanter to aerate.
- Serve at 16-18°C. Cellar temperature (16-18°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
- Glassware. Use a large Bordeaux-style glass: the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
- Pair with. Cochinillo asado, Grilled ribeye with pimenton butter, Aged Torta del Casar. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
The Teofilo Reyes Reserva follows the traditional style of the founding winemaker, with extended oak ageing in a mix of American and French barrels that was typical of the early-quality Ribera del Duero era.
- 1994 — First Teofilo Reyes Reserva released from Pedrosa de Duero
Facts
- Producer
- Bodegas Reyes
- Grapes
- Tinto Fino
- Classification
- DO Ribera del Duero
- Oak
- 20 months in American and French oak
- ABV
- 14.0%
- Price
- EUR 22-32 at retail
- Drinking window
- 6-14 from vintage
- First vintage
- 1994
Frequently asked about Teofilo Reyes Reserva
What does Teofilo Reyes Reserva taste like?
On the nose, dark plum, blackberry, tobacco, vanilla. On the palate, dark cherry, dried herbs, cedar, earthy mineral. Structurally full-bodied, firm tannins, medium acidity with a long finish. Traditional extended-oak Reserva from Bodegas Reyes: dark plum, tobacco and vanilla from 20 months in mixed-species oak, with earthy mineral notes reflecting the Pedrosa de Duero clay-limestone terroir.
When should I drink Teofilo Reyes Reserva?
Drink 6-14 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with Teofilo Reyes Reserva?
Cochinillo asado is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Grilled ribeye with pimenton butter and Aged Torta del Casar. Firm tannins, dark fruit and cedar match the richness of Castilian roast suckling pig.
What grapes are in Teofilo Reyes Reserva?
The blend is Tinto Fino. The wine is classified as DO Ribera del Duero.