Aventino Tempranillo is made from 100% Tinta del Pais (the local name for Tempranillo) from vineyards that were planted between 60 and 120 years ago, with an average age of 80 years.

Each vineyard was picked when the grapes were optimally ripe, with harvest generally starting in the middle of September and continuing through the middle of October. Fermentation took place at low temperatures to preserve the fresh fruit flavors, with daily manual pumpovers to maximize extraction.

After three weeks, 15% of the wine was then placed into new French, American and Hungarian oak barrels for 4 months. This light touch of oak enhances the natural flavors and tannins of the grape without overwhelming them.

"The 2006 Aventino is purple-colored with an expressive, fruity nose of blackberry and black cherry. Sweet, forward, and easy-going, it is an excellent introduction to Ribera del Duero
as well as an excellent value." 88 points
Wine Advocate #175

Mundus vini 2007: Silver medal for Aventino Tempranillo 2005

Concours Mondial Bruxelles 2007:
Gold medal for Aventino Tempranillo 2006

Tempranillos al Mundo, Shanghai 2007:
Silver medal for Aventino Tempranillo 2006

Vinalies Internationales Paris 2007:
Vinalies d’Argent for Aventino Tempranillo 2005
Vinalies Internationales Paris 2006:
Vinalies d’Argent for Aventino Tempranillo 2004

Sélections Mondiales des Vins, Canadá 2007: Silver medal for Aventino Tempranillo 2005

International Bacchus Wine Competition (Madrid): Silver medal for Aventino Tempranillo 2005