Vatan 2020 - El Carajo Wine Store

Vatan 2021

$37.99
$37.99
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Vatan 2020 - El Carajo Wine Store
Vatan 2021

Vatan 2021

$37.99
$37.99
96
Vinous

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Product Information

  • 🍷 Style
    Red
  • 🍇 Varietal
    Tempranillo
  • 🏴 Region
    Toro, Spain
  • 📅 Vintage
    2021
  • 📏 Size
    750 ML
  • 🧪 ABV
    15.0%

Tasting Notes

Powerful and concentrated, with floral lift (violet/lavender) over ripe plum and raspberry framed by subtle oak and cedar. Broad and creamy on the palate, it finishes long with velvety, finely textured tannins and deep, mineral-edged persistence.

Food Paring

Pair with grilled steaks or roasted lamb to meet the wine’s structure and intensity. It also complements aged Manchego or hearty stews where richness and savory depth bring everything into balance.

Professional Reviews

96 Vinous

"The 2021 Vatan Tinta de Toro opens with aromas of violets, lavender, fresh plum and raspberry, framed by subtle oak and a touch of cedar. Intense and creamy, the palate is broad and flavorful, with velvety, finely textured tannins. The finish is long, delivering depth and nuance. This is a balanced and elegant Tempranillo with a measured profile. Tannins show gentle grip, bringing tension that complements the wine’s volume and richness. A superb vintage that lends this wine exceptional depth."

Region Information

Toro is a Spanish wine region known for bold, powerful red wines made primarily from Tinta de Toro, a local form of Tempranillo. Hot summers, low rainfall, and old‑vine vineyards contribute to concentrated wines with firm tannins and dark fruit flavors. Toro wines are valued for intensity, structure, and aging potential.

Spain has the largest vineyard area in the world and a winemaking history that spans thousands of years. It is known for regions such as Rioja, Ribera del Duero, and Priorat, which produce distinctive red wines. Spain is also famous for fortified wines like Sherry and sparkling Cava. Modern investments and techniques have elevated quality while preserving regional identity.

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8437012566019

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