Convento San Francisco Ribera del Duero 2013 sku_2224881 That first release consisted of

That first release consisted of only 330 bottles that were given to Del Maguey family in New York

Medium to full bodied

it’s an ideal flavor profile for a Bloody Maria or any other savory cocktail

Another option is pasta

The tank fermented wines did not go through malolactic fermentation

Convento San Francisco Ribera del Duero 2013 sku_2224881 That first release consisted ofThe impressive 2013 Convento San Francisco is pure Tempranillo fermented in stainless steel, it aged for 15 months in French (70%) and American oak barrels, and yet it's not oaky at all. Of course, the extra time in bottle must have polished the edges and the aromas, and is now starting to show some complexity and tertiary, developed aromas with hints of truffles, mushrooms and decayed leaves over a core of ripe fruit. The palate is medium to full