2020 Finca Villacreces Ribera del Duero ‘Pruno’

This opens with aromas of blackberry, black cherry, and plum, followed by notes of cocoa, vanilla, and subtle dried herbs. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied and polished, with ripe dark fruit supported by smooth, well-integrated tannins. Acidity provides lift and prevents the wine from feeling heavy, while oak contributes gentle spice and texture rather than sweetness. The finish is direct, dry, and rich, marked by dark fruit and lingering spices.

Founded in the late 1990s on an estate with viticultural history dating back centuries, Finca Villacreces is located on the “golden mile” of Ribera del Duero near Quintanilla de Onésimo, farming about 64 hectares of vineyards bordered by the Duero River and old pine forest. The site is planted mainly to Tempranillo along with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot on gravel, sand, and clay soils at elevations around 700 meters. The estate follows sustainable vineyard practices, using hand harvesting and careful parcel selection to manage maturity in the region’s continental climate. Fermentations use stainless steel and concrete, with aging in French oak tailored to each cuvée.