Danish Wine Producers excelling in Spain
1. Bodegas Pingus
- Vingård: Pingus
- Vinmager: Peter Sisseck
- Kvalitet: Pingus is one of the most renowned and prestigious wineries in Ribera del Duero, founded by Danish winemaker Peter Sisseck. The winery is known for its small production of high-quality wines, often commanding high prices due to their exclusivity and exceptional quality.
- Topvine:
- Pingus 2019: A wine with remarkable complexity, featuring rich fruit flavors balanced by spice and mineral notes. It is known for its intensity and depth.
- Flor de Pingus 2020: A more accessible option compared to Pingus, but still of high quality, with a balance of fruit and structure that makes it enjoyable now or with a bit of aging.
2. Bodegas Dominio de Pingus
- Vingård: Dominio de Pingus
- Vinmager: Peter Sisseck
- Kvalitet: As an extension of the Pingus label, Dominio de Pingus produces high-quality wines that offer a slightly more approachable price point while maintaining a high standard of craftsmanship.
- Topvine:
- Dominio de Pingus 2018: An elegant wine with a rich structure and complex bouquet of dark fruit and spices.
- La Clarisa 2019: A lighter style wine, offering freshness and approachability, yet still showcasing the Ribera del Duero terroir.
3. Bodegas y Viñedos del Abad
- Vingård: Bodegas y Viñedos del Abad
- Vinmager: Jens Peter Sisseck
- Kvalitet: Jens Peter Sisseck, also a Danish winemaker, has influenced this winery to produce high-quality wines that emphasize the unique terroir of Ribera del Duero.
- Topvine:
- Abadía Retuerta Selección Especial 2016: A complex and elegant wine with notes of dark fruit, spices, and a well-integrated tannin structure.
- Abadía Retuerta Pago Negralada 2017: Known for its depth and concentration, making it a great option for aging.
4. Bodegas Heredad de Altillo
- Vingård: Heredad de Altillo
- Vinmager: Mikkel Larsen
- Kvalitet: Heredad de Altillo is a smaller, yet promising winery where Mikkel Larsen applies his expertise to create quality wines with a focus on Ribera del Duero’s distinct characteristics.
- Topvine:
- Altillo Reserva 2017: Known for its balance and complexity, featuring notes of ripe fruit and a pleasant tannin structure.
- Altillo Crianza 2018: A fresher, more approachable wine with good fruit character and depth.
5. Bodegas y Viñedos Torroja
- Vingård: Bodegas y Viñedos Torroja
- Vinmager: Søren Østergaard
- Kvalitet: Torroja produces wines that reflect the unique qualities of Ribera del Duero, with Søren Østergaard bringing a wealth of experience and modern techniques to the winemaking process.
- Topvine:
- Torroja Reserva 2015: A well-balanced wine with complex fruit and spice notes, showcasing the region’s quality.
- Torroja Crianza 2017: Features vibrant character and excellent structure, suitable for both current drinking and short-term aging.
6. Bodegas Pizarras de Otero
- Vingård: Pizarras de Otero
- Vinmager: Oskar Hansen
- Kvalitet: Pizarras de Otero focuses on producing precise and deep wines in Ribera del Duero, with Oskar Hansen’s expertise ensuring high quality.
