From one of the most groundbreaking wineries, both in image and quality, of the D.O. Ribera del Duero, we present to you the red wine Neo Reserva 2016. A wine made from tempranillo clusters sourced from old vines, with 20 months of carefully considered aging in oak barrels.
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General features
Type of wine
Region
Grape variety
100% Tempranillo
Type of barrel
French oak barrels (80%) and American (20%)
Type of bottle
Burgundy Bottle
Barrel aging time
20 months
Capacity (cl)
75
Bottling
04/2022
Total acidity (g/l)
5.17
Volatile acidity (g/l)
0.78
Sugar
1.6
pH
3.78
Alcohol content (% vol.)
14.5
General Information
Since its establishment in the 1990s, Bodegas y Viñedos Neo has been one of the most dynamic wineries and a fundamental reference in the Denomination of Origin Ribera del Duero. A winemaking house that began in an old water mill located in Aranda de Duero and that, swiftly, thanks to the high scores from critics of the stature of Robert Parker (The Wine Advocate) and Jancis Robinson, or publications such as Decanter, has positioned itself at the center of international consumer attention.
Since 2005, the company has had a new winemaking facility located in Castrillo de la Vega. A modern winery, young, fresh, and groundbreaking, equipped with the latest technologies for winemaking, combined with a highly charming decoration, where a figure of Mazinger Zeta or the Millennium Falcon from Star Wars shine on their own merit.
However, the secret to the success of Bodegas y Viñedos Neo lies in a good vineyard selection. Respect for the winemaking tradition of the D.O. Ribera del Duero and the minimal intervention by those responsible for their cherished vineyards turn the winery's wines into true ambassadors of the best ‘ribera’, as is the case with Neo Reserva 2016, a wine we bring to you exclusively for the national market.
Tasting notes
In appearance, it presents a beautiful intense ruby red color, evenly distributed throughout the glass.
On the nose, it reveals a complex and very elegant aromatic range. First, notes of black fruits in jam (blackberry and blueberry) appear, along with floral touches, as well as hints of sweet spices; all in perfect harmony over a lactic background.
On the palate, it is flavorful, enveloping, with a good structure and a mature, silky tannin well integrated into the whole. It has a smooth entry, which then unfolds with breadth. Good final persistence, where the spicy hints announced on the nose reappear.
Creators' opinion
The love and care we feel for our land and the tradition of our vineyards led us to imagine a wine we had never made before. It was a challenge for us to craft a Reserva of quality that honored the history of the Ribera del Duero, as taught to us by our parents and grandparents. Born in a century-old vineyard, this Reserva has aged for 20 months in French and American oak barrels to bring our philosophy to the glass: tradition, quality, and elegance. Without forgetting to add that touch of rock and roll that is in our DNA and makes our wines special and different. Fruit, freshness, tradition, elegance, history, terroir, hard work, love, music, and so much more are all in our Neo Reserva. Do you want to feel it?
The winery
Since its foundation in the 1990s, Bodegas y Viñedos Neo has been one of the most dynamic wineries in the D.O. Ribera del Duero. A winemaking house that began its activity in an old water mill in Aranda de Duero (Burgos) and that, thanks to high scores from renowned critics such as Robert Parker (The Wine Advocate) and Jancis Robinson, or publications like Decanter, quickly gained worldwide attention.
Since 2005, the winery has had new facilities in Castrillo de la Vega (Burgos). A modern, young, fresh, and groundbreaking winery equipped with the latest winemaking technologies, but also boasting a charming decoration where standout pieces like a Mazinger Zeta figure or the Millennium Falcon from Star Wars shine brightly.
The secret to the success of Bodegas y Viñedos Neo lies in a good vineyard selection. Respect for the region’s winemaking tradition and the minimal intervention approach of its managers on their vines make the wines of this winery true ambassadors of the best Ribera del Duero.
Music, and especially rock and roll, is the other great passion of Neo’s creators. So much so that the winery features a recording studio designed by Philip Newell, the same designer of the legendary Abbey Road studio known by The Beatles. As organizers of the renowned Sonorama Ribera festival held in Aranda de Duero, their commitment to quality music is undeniable, just as it is in all processes of crafting their serious and highly acclaimed wines in over fifty international markets.