In the glass

Full-bodiedFirm tanninMedium acidityDryLong finish

Aroma: dark cherry, cassis, cedar, tobacco

Palate: black fruit, licorice, cedar, firm structured tannins

The Tarsus Reserva adds weight and complexity to the estate's style: dark cherry, cassis, licorice and cedar from 18 months in French oak, with firm, age-worthy tannins from La Horra limestone.

What it pairs with

  • Slow-roasted suckling pig
    Firm tannins and concentrated dark fruit anchor the richness of crispy cochinillo.
  • Braised veal cheeks in red wine
    The wine's licorice and cedar notes merge with the slow-cooked gelatinous sauce.
  • Aged Zamorano sheep's cheese
    Firm, savoury cheese balances the concentrated dark fruit and tannins.

History

The Tarsus Reserva builds on the La Horra estate's strengths: extended 18-month oak ageing adds structure and complexity to the naturally concentrated fruit from the high-altitude limestone vineyards. It has become the estate's most recognised label.

  1. 1999 — First Tarsus Reserva vintage released from La Horra estate

Facts

Producer
Bodegas Tarsus
Grapes
Tinto Fino
Classification
DO Ribera del Duero
Oak
18 months in French oak
ABV
14.5%
Price
EUR 28-40 at retail
Drinking window
6-15 from vintage
First vintage
1999

Tags

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