🏰 The 2020 Matallana from Telmo Rodriguez comes from a challenging yet promising year in Ribera del Duero, marked by a big snowstorm in January and a milder summer, contributing to its freshness. This vintage is highly acclaimed, receiving 97 points from Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, and notably, it was the first vintage to be sold through the négociant system of La Place de Bordeaux. It charges out of the glass with exuberant scents of baked black plums, black cherry compote, and dried mulberries, with hints of dried Provence herbs, unsmoked cigars, and crushed rocks. The full-bodied palate is packed with savory-laced black fruits, supported by chewy, chalky tannins and just enough freshness, finishing long and earthy. It is described as very spicy and peppery, showy and extroverted, with exotic notes of nutmeg, ripe wild berries, violets, and herbs, showcasing an elegant and complex profile with super fine tannins. 【 Highly acclaimed with 97 points from Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, and the first vintage to be sold through La Place de Bordeaux. 】 🥂 This critically acclaimed wine is perfect for a celebratory dinner, a vertical tasting with other Matallana vintages, or as a prestigious gift for a serious collector. Its complexity and aging potential make it a standout choice. 🍴 Matallana pairs exceptionally well with traditional Spanish cuisine such as roasted lamb (lechazo asado), grilled red meats, hearty stews, and cured Iberian ham. It also complements rich, flavourful cheeses.