Inspiracion Valdemar Edicion Limitada

In the glass

Aroma: black cherry, blackberry, peppercorn, cedar, mineral

Palate: dark fruit, fine tannin, peppery spice, savoury

A modern blend featuring recovered Maturana Tinta: dark, peppery and structured, showcasing the family's work with heritage Rioja grapes.

What it pairs with

• Venison loin
  Dark game meets the peppery, structured frame.
• Chuleton de buey Find chuleton de buey on TableJourney →
  Aged-beef chop frames the firm tannin.
• Aged Manchego
  Hard cheese balances the grip.

History

Inspiracion Valdemar showcases recovered Rioja varieties such as Maturana Tinta alongside Tempranillo.

1. 2004 — Inspiracion Valdemar range introduced

Facts

Producer

Bodegas Valdemar

Grapes

Tempranillo (70%), Maturana Tinta (20%), Graciano (10%)

Classification

DOCa Rioja

Oak

Around 16 months in French oak

ABV

14.5%

Price

EUR 22 to 40 at retail

Drinking window

6 to 20 from vintage

First vintage

2004

Scores

• Tim Atkin 91 (2017 vintage, reviewed 2022)

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