"From the stony soils of Ribera del Duero, the 2022 Malleolus delivers a ripe profile shaped by both site selection and a warm year. Aromas of blackberry, anise and oak mingle with a hint of cedar and layers of herbs. The palate is broad and slightly indulgent, with grippy tannins that feel a bit rigid on the gums but do not break the enveloping flow. Intensity of flavor and grip drive the finish. A well-made, rich interpretation of Ribera." - Joaquin Hidalgo, VINOUS MEDIA
"A rich red in an extracted style, with a glossy sheen to the juicy core of wild boysenberry, blueberry and mulberry fruit. Yet this offers balance as well, with a bright tang of orange peel acidity and supple tannins providing a fine, focusing frame. Aromatic on the finish, showing hints of candied violet, anise and sweet smoke." - Alison Napjus, WINE SPECTATOR
Spain's Ribera del Duero remains one of the best go-to regions for bold, modern reds, and the Emilio Moro estate's "Malleolus" nails that style in impressive fashion! Emilio Moro is one of the big names in the region, having helped form this quiet interior Spanish region into a powerhouse on the international stage. These are sleek, modern expressions of the regional type of Tempranillo they call Tinto Fino, with its small clusters of compact berries capable of producing powerful wines, framed and enlivened by velvet, cheek-coating textures and juicy acidity. Combined with the variety's plush fruit character that's countered by a savory, mineral edge, it's easy to see why it wins over wine drinkers from around the world! Bodega Emilio Moro has been making wines here for three generations, before the Ribera del Duero designation existed. The Malleolus represents their historic bottling, sourced from their older vines, or majuelos, and aged in a large proportion of new French oak for a creamy, toasted vanilla accent and enhanced softness in the mouth. You can enjoy this on its own, or pair it with rich braised meat dishes.
"A rich red in an extracted style, with a glossy sheen to the juicy core of wild boysenberry, blueberry and mulberry fruit. Yet this offers balance as well, with a bright tang of orange peel acidity and supple tannins providing a fine, focusing frame. Aromatic on the finish, showing hints of candied violet, anise and sweet smoke." - Alison Napjus, WINE SPECTATOR
Spain's Ribera del Duero remains one of the best go-to regions for bold, modern reds, and the Emilio Moro estate's "Malleolus" nails that style in impressive fashion! Emilio Moro is one of the big names in the region, having helped form this quiet interior Spanish region into a powerhouse on the international stage. These are sleek, modern expressions of the regional type of Tempranillo they call Tinto Fino, with its small clusters of compact berries capable of producing powerful wines, framed and enlivened by velvet, cheek-coating textures and juicy acidity. Combined with the variety's plush fruit character that's countered by a savory, mineral edge, it's easy to see why it wins over wine drinkers from around the world! Bodega Emilio Moro has been making wines here for three generations, before the Ribera del Duero designation existed. The Malleolus represents their historic bottling, sourced from their older vines, or majuelos, and aged in a large proportion of new French oak for a creamy, toasted vanilla accent and enhanced softness in the mouth. You can enjoy this on its own, or pair it with rich braised meat dishes.
