Balcon de Pilatos Maturana by Bodegas Valdemar

Structure

Bodyfull

Tanninmedium

Acidityhigh

Sweetnessdry

Finishlong

Critic scores

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In the glass

Full-bodiedMedium tanninHigh acidityDryLong finish

Aroma: black liquorice, cocoa, soft smoke

Palate: silky, balanced, persistent

A 100% Maturana in a bright cherry red, small grapes giving colour and aroma: black liquorice, cocoa and soft smoke turning silky and persistent.

What it pairs with

Grilled lamb Smoke and liquorice notes suit grilled meat.More wines for lamb →
Braised oxtail Intensity matches slow-cooked beef.More wines for beef and red meat →
Dark chocolate Cocoa notes echo the wine's.More wines for chocolate →

How to serve Balcon de Pilatos Maturana

Allow 5 minutes from open to pour.

Open the bottle. Open and pour; no decanting is needed.
Serve at cellar temperature. Cellar temperature suits a structured red.
Glassware. A large red-wine glass.
Pair with the food. Grilled lamb, Braised oxtail, Dark chocolate. Grilled and braised meat suit the smoke and liquorice.

History

Balcon de Pilatos Maturana is a 100% Maturana from Valdemar's Balcon de Pilatos vineyard, a native Rioja variety the producer describes as unique in both the vineyard and the glass.

Facts

Producer: Bodegas Valdemar · visiting guide
Grapes: Maturana Tinta (100%)
Classification: DOCa Rioja

Frequently asked about Balcon de Pilatos Maturana

What does Balcon de Pilatos Maturana taste like?

On the nose, black liquorice, cocoa, soft smoke. On the palate, silky, balanced, persistent. A 100% Maturana in a bright cherry red, small grapes giving colour and aroma: black liquorice, cocoa and soft smoke turning silky and persistent.

When should I drink Balcon de Pilatos Maturana?

Valdemar gives no drinking window.

What food pairs with Balcon de Pilatos Maturana?

Grilled lamb is the first match to try, with Braised oxtail and Dark chocolate close behind. Smoke and liquorice notes suit grilled meat.

What grapes are in Balcon de Pilatos Maturana?

It is 100% Maturana, according to the producer.

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